Hi Everyone,
DD fell onto her outstretched hand at school during recess and there is a suspicion of a scaphoid fracture. We'll see the orthopedist tomorrow.
While I was consulting Dr. Google (haha) this evening, I read that this type of fracture is also a relatively common gymnastics overuse injury so I thought I'd come here and see if anyone has any experience with it. What was the treatment, how long were they out of practice, were there any long lasting side effects that I should know about? The pediatric orthopedists are good, but I don't know how familiar they are with treating gymnasts. I'd like to have whatever information I can to advocate for her best possible care tomorrow.
DD fell onto her outstretched hand at school during recess and there is a suspicion of a scaphoid fracture. We'll see the orthopedist tomorrow.
While I was consulting Dr. Google (haha) this evening, I read that this type of fracture is also a relatively common gymnastics overuse injury so I thought I'd come here and see if anyone has any experience with it. What was the treatment, how long were they out of practice, were there any long lasting side effects that I should know about? The pediatric orthopedists are good, but I don't know how familiar they are with treating gymnasts. I'd like to have whatever information I can to advocate for her best possible care tomorrow.