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Wrist Fractures
Treatment in San Leandro

A wrist fracture can result from a fall, sports injury or other direct trauma. Common signs include pain, swelling, bruising, limited movement or a wrist that appears out of alignment. Prompt evaluation is important because proper alignment can affect long-term motion, strength and function.

Dr. Orrin Franko provides wrist fracture treatment in San Leandro for patients throughout the East Bay. Following an examination and appropriate imaging, treatment may include immobilization, casting or surgical stabilization depending on the location and severity of the fracture.

Do these symptoms fit you?

  • Severe pain after a fall, impact, or injury
  • Swelling, bruising, or deformity of hand or wrist
  • Unable to move fingers, hand, or wrist normally
  • Numbness or tingling in fingers
  • Bone visible through skin (open fracture)

When to see a surgeon

  • Immediately for any suspected fracture — time matters for healing
  • If you can't move your fingers normally after injury
  • If your hand or wrist looks deformed
  • If you have numbness or can't feel your fingers

What Dr. Franko does differently

Same/next-day access

don't wait weeks when you're in pain

Direct surgeon care

you'll see Dr. Franko personally at every visit

Outcome-focused

Dr. Franko stays with you until your hand is back to function

Treatment Options

Non-surgical

Casting, splinting, or bracing for stable fractures that are properly aligned.

Surgical

Internal fixation with plates, screws, or pins for displaced or unstable fractures.

Recovery Timeline

  • Bone healing typically takes 6–8 weeks
  • Therapy begins once bone healing allows
  • Full recovery of strength and function may take 3–6 months

What to bring

  • Any X-rays or imaging from ER or urgent care
  • Insurance card and medication list
  • Details about how the injury happened
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do all wrist fractures require surgery?
No. If the bones are properly aligned and stable, a cast or splint is often all that is needed.
Modern orthopedic hardware rarely sets off airport metal detectors.

Recovery time after fractures can be different for each individual.  In most cases, light activities (walking/running) can be performed within 2 weeks, moderate activity (biking, light gym workouts) can be started at 6 weeks, and high-impact sports (football, basketball) typically around 8-12 weeks.