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  • Initial Treatment Steps
  • When is Surgery Needed?
  • Rehabilitation and Recovery

Healing from a Pisiform Fracture: What You Need to Know

Healing from a Pisiform Fracture: What You Need to Know

Recovery Journey

Healing from a pisiform fracture requires proper care and patience. Here's what you need to know about treatment and recovery.
Contents
  • Initial Treatment Steps
  • When is Surgery Needed?
  • Rehabilitation and Recovery

Initial Treatment Steps

A pisiform fracture is typically treated with immobilization. This often involves wearing a short arm cast for four to six weeks, allowing the bone to heal while keeping the wrist stable. If swelling is present, a splint may be used initially before transitioning to a cast.

When is Surgery Needed?

Surgery might be necessary for fractures that are displaced, comminuted, or not healing properly. Surgical intervention can help restore function and relieve symptoms, particularly if there is nerve involvement or severe pain.
A pisiform fracture involves a break in the small, pea-shaped bone located in the wrist. Proper treatment is essential for recovery.

Rehabilitation and Recovery

After cast removal, rehabilitation exercises are crucial for regaining wrist strength and mobility. These exercises may be done at home or with a physical therapist, focusing on gradual strengthening and stretching to restore full function.

FAQs

How is a pisiform fracture initially treated?

It is typically treated with immobilization using a cast.

When is surgery considered for a pisiform fracture?

Surgery is considered for fractures that are displaced or not healing well.

What role does rehabilitation play in recovery?

Rehabilitation helps restore wrist strength and mobility after immobilization.

Path to Recovery

With proper treatment and rehabilitation, most pisiform fractures heal without complications.
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Additional References
  1. Urch EY, Lee SK. Carpal fractures other than scaphoid. Clin Sports Med 2015; 34:51.
  2. Sawardeker PJ, Baratz ME. Carpal injuries. In: DeLee & Drez's Orthopaedic Sports Medicine: Principles and Practice, 4th ed, Miller MD, Thompson SR (Eds), Saunders Elsevier, Philadelphia 2015. p.850.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.