People can injure their wrists in several ways. For example, a person can use his hand to stop a fall, allowing the wrist to take the weight of his falling body. A strong, sudden twist to the wrist can also cause a fracture. One of the best, immediate remedies for a fractured wrist can be to apply ice on the affected area to control the swelling.
Swelling
When a person sustains an injury to his wrist such as a fracture, swelling usually occurs. The swelling will be at the location of the fracture. This affected area will larger or more puffy than other areas of the wrist.
Heat
The bones that are most commonly involved in a wrist fracture are the radius, the ulna and the scaphoid bones. The radius and ulna are located approximately where the wrist and arm meet. The scaphoid bone is located at the base of the hand. If warmth is felt in these areas, this could mean a fracture has occurred.
Pain
If pain is felt after a fall or twist to the wrist, this could indicate a fracture. The pain may be persistent and is usually felt immediately. The affected area may feel tender as well. A physician may recommend aspirin to allay this discomfort.
