Wrist Fracture or Sprain?

Question

So I was riding my bike, and I fell. I'm not sure how I fell but (I was paying attention to protecting my head) but I think i fell so that my wrist was facing up when it hit the ground. I'm not sure whether it is a fracture or a sprain, but when I move it hurts.

Thank You!!

Answer 1

probly a fracture.... ya u should see a doctor.... will u please please eanswer mine.... im desperate here and in a lot of pain!!!!

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Answer 2

There is really no way to tell without having an x-ray done. I had a bad rollerblading wipeout a number of years ago, the doc at the ER was convinced I'd broken it due to how much pain I was in, but it ended up being a really nasty sprain. The doc was shocked when the x-rays came back negative, but it just goes to show that's the only way you can know for sure. Ice packs should help no matter what happened to it by reducing the swelling and inflammation which usually helps to reduce the pain as well.