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 Specializing in the treatment of trauma and fracture conditions, NJ orthopedist Robert A. Kayal, MD is an expert in the treatment of broken wrists. The wrist is among the most commonly broken bones, especially in patients under age 65. As with any type of fracture, there can be significant variation from one case to the next. Dr. Kayal and the orthopedic physicians at Kayal Orthopaedic Center, PC can pinpoint the type of wrist fracture, determine its severity, and customize a treatment plan to bring about a quick and complete recovery.
Symptoms and Causes of Broken Wrists
Broken wrists are common injuries in contact sports, skiing, and biking. However, wrist fractures may occur during virtually any activity, since they most often result from falling onto an outstretched arm or sustaining an unexpected impact. In addition to trauma, conditions like osteoperosis and bone thinning are also contributing factors to fractured arms.
The symptoms of broken wrists, and their severity, depend on the type of fracture experienced. General symptoms of broken wrists include:
- Pain (moderate to extreme)
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Decreased sensation and movement
- Complete bone displacement and deformity
In the most extreme cases, a fractured wrist may affect nerves and blood flow, resulting in extreme pain, a numb wrist and hand, and pale fingers. A wrist injury causing these symptoms should be considered an emergency and immediate medical care should be sought.
Treatments for Broken Wrists
The orthopedic specialists at Kayal Orthopaedic Center, PC have years of expertise treating broken wrists. Physicians diagnose the problem through physical examinations and imaging tools, such as x-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and in some cases, bone scans. If Dr. Kayal and his team determine a broken wrist is present, they develop a treatment plan based on the patient’s age and condition, the location and severity of the fracture, and the potential for successful non-surgical treatment.
Some non-surgical treatment options include closed reduction, casting the bone, physical therapy (following a necessary healing period), and anti-inflammatory and pain medications. If the wrist fracture is severe and requires surgical intervention, the surgeon will likely implant rods or screws to maintain proper position of the bone during healing.
With convenient office locations in Franklin Lakes and Ridgewood, the NJ board-certified orthopedists at the renowned Kayal Orthopaedic Center, PC treat patients with wrist fractures from Bergen County, Essex County, Hudson County and Passaic County. Learn more about wrist injuries and a wide range of other orthopedic conditions and disorders by visiting our patient information center, or contact our orthopedic medical practice to schedule an appointment. |
