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What broken wrist feels like?

Severe pain that might worsen when gripping or squeezing or moving your hand or wrist. Swelling. Tenderness. Bruising.01-Jul-2020

Can you have a broken wrist and still move it?

When the wrist is broken, there is pain and swelling. It can be hard to move or use the hand and wrist. Some people can still move or use the hand or wrist even if there is a broken bone. Swelling or a bone out of place can make the wrist appear deformed.

How do you tell if you have broken or sprained your wrist?

If you have a wrist sprain, you may be able to move the wrist in a range of motion. It may be painful, but you will still be able to do it. That usually means the bones are not broken, and you have a sprain. Another sign of a wrist sprain is that there are swelling and redness around the sprained area of the wrist.

How do I know if my wrist pain is serious?

It's important to contact a doctor if:

  1. wrist pain is interfering with everyday activities.
  2. numbness or tingling is becoming worse, and there is little or no feeling in the fingers or hand.
  3. simple hand movements are no longer possible.
  4. weakness makes holding things difficult.

When should I see a doctor for wrist pain?

When to see a doctor Not all wrist pain requires medical care. Minor sprains and strains usually respond to ice, rest and over-the-counter pain medications. But if pain and swelling last longer than a few days or become worse, see your doctor.

What do you do if your wrist hurts really bad?

How you can ease wrist pain yourself

  1. rest your wrist when you can.
  2. put an ice pack (or a bag of frozen peas) in a towel and place it on your wrist for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours.
  3. take paracetamol to ease the pain.
  4. take off any jewellery if your hand looks swollen.

Should I go to the ER for a sprained wrist?

1. Get Immediate Help, if Necessary. If there is obvious deformity, severe pain, numbness, or the person cannot move the wrist or maintain a grip, see a doctor immediately or go to a hospital emergency department.

Why is my wrist so painful?

Wrist pain is often caused by sprains or fractures from sudden injuries. But wrist pain can also result from long-term problems, such as repetitive stress, arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome.