How Long Does Metacarpal Base Fracture Take To Heal?
Question: Will an avulsion of the base of the fifth metacarpal heal or give me trouble indefinitely.
Brief Answer:
Prognosis is usually very good
Detailed Answer:
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Both metacarpal fractures as well as dislocations are primarily treated non operatively by immobilizing after reduction of the metacarpal base fracture. At least a month of splinting is required. IP joints of the finger should be encouraged to perform active movements during this immobilization phase. The outcome of such 5 th base metacarpal avulsions is generally very good if there is no mal union in which case the movement range can be affected.
Please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action
Wishing you best of health
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Dr. M.S. Khalil
Prognosis is usually very good
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Both metacarpal fractures as well as dislocations are primarily treated non operatively by immobilizing after reduction of the metacarpal base fracture. At least a month of splinting is required. IP joints of the finger should be encouraged to perform active movements during this immobilization phase. The outcome of such 5 th base metacarpal avulsions is generally very good if there is no mal union in which case the movement range can be affected.
Please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Dr. M.S. Khalil
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