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Suggest Treatment For Inflammation In Wrist Caused By A Fracture
Question: i recently had a metal plate in wrist due bad fracture . 2nd fracture same wrist this year. anyhow im curerently doing physial therapy , my question is Does ultra sound help reduce inflamation ? Lots of inflamation and stiffness they believe due to 2 fractures within calendar year.
Brief Answer:
Yes, ultrasound helps in reducing inflammation
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
Yes, ultrasound therapy helps in reducing inflammation and in relieving the stiffness. Alongside, hot compress alternating with cold compress should provide relief. Cold too helps in reducing inflammation.
Hope that helps.
Regards
Yes, ultrasound helps in reducing inflammation
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
Yes, ultrasound therapy helps in reducing inflammation and in relieving the stiffness. Alongside, hot compress alternating with cold compress should provide relief. Cold too helps in reducing inflammation.
Hope that helps.
Regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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