“How do you tell if a child's wrist is broken or sprained?”
My child injured his wrist while playing in the house. How do you tell if a child's wrist is broken or sprained?
3 Answers
Breaks, also called fractures, are quite common in children. Any pain after an injury that is not relieved by use of pain relievers such as acetaminophen or cold compresses should be examined by a physician for possible X-rays, which is the only way to confirm fractures.
If a child is having pain significant pain with direct pressure at the location of injury, you should go to your primary doctor or urgent care, their exam will quickly confirm the need for an X-ray. However, if you are asking the question online, you should take your child to the doctor. "I wonder if my _____ is broken" is answered by a doctors visit, not an email.
Dr. King
Dr. King
Hello
Your child would probably need an X-ray to definitely say. Feel better!
Your child would probably need an X-ray to definitely say. Feel better!
