Most often, broken wrists can be treated in a cast, but some require wrist fracture surgery. Treatment options must be addressed on a case by case basis, as optimal treatment solutions differ and depends on the fracture. Most fractures hurt moderately for a few days to a couple of weeks, and many patients find that using ice, elevation, and simple, non-prescription medications is enough.
Occasionally, the position of the bone is so out of place that it cannot be corrected or kept corrected in a cast, as it has the potential of interfering with the future functioning of your arm. In such cases, surgery may be required.
