how can you tell if your wrist is either broken or sprained? my wrist has a knot on it and is swelling and is bruised!
2007-01-25 12:04:08 · 6 answers · asked by coneigh s 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
The only sure way is an X-ray. Swelling and bruising can happen with either sprains or breaks. Rest, ice, compression, elevation... then, if it still hurts, go see a doctor.
2007-01-25 12:19:25 · answer #1 · answered by dustoff 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to do is to get an x-ray, but the first aid for a sprain, which we are hoping it is, is P.R.I.C.E.: Protect- put a splint, Rest- don't move it around, Ice- apply as soon as possible (be careful not to use for too long; it can damage tissues), Compress- elastics found in drugstores or pharmacies, Elevate- to prevent or limit swelling. On the other hand, if it is much more severe than that like broken, do the same procedure, but make sure to go straight to the doctor to prevent further injuries.
2016-03-29 02:45:02 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best way to tell is get x-ray done ordered by ER physician or your family doctor.
2007-01-25 12:16:44 · answer #3 · answered by brother3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lf there is any swelling go to your nearest hospital or go in to see your Doctor. he may order to have an X-Ray done on your wrist so l would go lf l were you
2007-01-25 12:21:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet would be to get a x-ray asap.
2007-01-25 12:13:34 · answer #5 · answered by newph1956 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might need to go to the ER
2007-01-25 12:11:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋