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Sign of fracture healing: check with x-ray, look for formation of calcification.
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No pain with functional movements, and compare to non-affected hand.
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6 weeks after cast removal patient may play with only buddy taping/ protective splint.
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Test grip strength: 90% of contralateral strength
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Physician clearing
(Prentice, 2015)
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