If you suspect you have a wrist injury, it’s important to pay attention to certain signs that could indicate the severity of the injury. One common indicator of a serious wrist injury is intense or persistent pain. If the pain is severe and doesn’t improve with rest and over-the-counter pain medication, it could be a sign of a more serious issue. Swelling, bruising, and tenderness in the wrist are also common symptoms of a serious injury. If you notice any deformity in the shape of your wrist or difficulty moving it, it could be a sign of a more severe injury such as a fracture or ligament tear. Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the wrist or hand are also red flags that the injury may be serious and require medical attention. If you experience any of these symptoms, it’s important to seek medical care as soon as possible to determine the extent of the injury and receive appropriate treatment. Ignoring a serious wrist injury can lead to long-term consequences and complications, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and seek medical help if you’re unsure.
When should I go to the doctor for a wrist injury?
When to see a doctor. Not all wrist pain requires medical care. Minor sprains and strains usually respond to ice, rest and pain medications you can buy without a prescription. But if pain and swelling last longer than a few days or become worse, see your health care provider.
How do you tell if wrist is fractured or sprained?
Most often, a sprain either occurs silently or maybe with a “popping” sound in severe instances. However, when a fracture occurs, you may hear a “crack”. You may also experience a slight “grinding” or “crunching” sound upon movement after the injury occurs.
Can you move your wrist if it’s fractured?
It’s common for people to think that if they’re able to move their wrist at all, it means their wrist is not broken. However, this isn’t the case. Some people are able to move their wrists even when fractured. If you can move your wrist but have pain, swelling, and bruising, it might still be fractured.
How long does it take wrist injury to heal?
In rare cases of a full tear of ligaments, patients may need surgery to restore the full use of the wrist ligaments. Commonly, a grade 1 sprain can take one to three weeks for recovery, a grade 2 can take three to six weeks, and a grade 3 recovery can last several months.
How long does it take for nerves to heal after laminectomy?
Available at: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000313.htm. [Accessed 15 May 2019]. Complete recovery may take 4 to 6 weeks or a few months after a lumbar laminectomy depending on the age and general health of the patient and the number of segments treated. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia.
What pain is normal after laminectomy?
You can expect your back to feel stiff or sore after surgery. This should improve in the weeks after surgery. You may have trouble sitting or standing in one position for very long. Your doctor may advise you to work with a physiotherapist to strengthen the muscles around your spine and trunk.
What does a failed laminectomy feel like?
The common symptom of the post-laminectomy syndrome includes the following: Continued dull back, or leg pain. Persistent dull neck, or arm pain. Stabbing, sharp and pricking pain in the extremities.
Why do I have pain in my buttocks after back surgery?
Some pain in the back or buttock region post-op is completely normal. However, if the pain persists or gets worse over time, there might be some other issue at play, such as a pinched nerve or sciatica pain.Jul 5, 2016
Can you get sciatica after a laminectomy?
We report a case of acute sciatic neuritis presented with significant persistent pain shortly after a successful disc surgery. The patient is a 59-year-old female with complaint of newly onset sciatica after complete pain resolution following a successful lumbar laminectomy for acute disc extrusion.
