Undisplaced Wrist & Forearm Fractures – Recovery with Physiotherapy

What is it?

An undisplaced wrist or forearm fracture occurs when a bone breaks but remains in its normal position, without shifting out of alignment. Common causes include falls, sports injuries, or accidents. While these fractures are stable, they still require proper care to ensure full recovery.​

How to fix it?

Treatment typically involves immobilisation using a cast or splint to allow the bone to heal. Once healing progresses, physiotherapy becomes crucial to restore movement, strength, and function.​

How can a physiotherapist help?

At Darwin Health Group, our physiotherapists:

• Monitor healing progress and adjust rehabilitation plans accordingly.​

• Implement gentle mobilisations to restore wrist and forearm movement.​

• Develop strengthening exercises to rebuild muscle strength and prevent stiffness.​

• Provide education on activity modifications to prevent re-injury.​

Early physiotherapy intervention can significantly reduce recovery time and improve long-term outcomes.