broke my wrist, the Dr. put me a cast, sent me back to work the next day! is this right? do I have a case?

Question

restictions, lift nothing heaver than a pencil.

Answer 1

i had the same thing, but i broke my thumb, wrist, and forearm and i was in the cast for 8 weeks. i could not lift things with it or type, i also was in a sling. you may want to try the sling so it reminds you its not to be used. but i went back to my life right after getting it put on. so i don't think you have a "case" about going back to work unless you are a clown or something in a circus like a juggler, you will do just fine without the use of it.

Answer 2

No, you do not have a case. You received the best care possible. A cast will protect your wrist and because you have restrictions, you will be all right. Just watch for swelling or extreme pain. If you experience this, return to see your doctor immediately. Wrist fractures usually heal faster than one located below the waist.

Answer 3

Then lift nothing heavier than a pencil. I doubt the doctor sent you back to work. He probably just said it was ok to return to work since the wrist was now sufficiently stablized. It is up to you and your boss as to how much you can do.

Answer 4

Depends on what type of work you do. I don't think you have a case for anything, but your boss should be able to determine whether or not you can complete your job functions with the cast.

Answer 5

What exactly would your case be?

You broke A wrist, and have restricted duties.

You don't have a case.

Answer 6

"...sent you back to work..."
If your injury happened at work,
re-ask your question. You'll
get real-different answers.

Answer 7

no.
you should be at work.