I just got my cast off my broken distal radius. I'm supposed to move it, but it hurts like crazy. Is that normal? Can anyone recommend a good exercise to strengthen my (sad, weenie) muscles while I wait for physical therapy? Any post-cast advice in general? [more inside]
posted by ElectricBlue on Dec 7, 2006 - 8 answers

How do I temporarily get about in life one handed? I have six weeks until the cast comes off my left hand. [more inside]
posted by Hactar on Sep 26, 2005 - 8 answers

KittyFilter! I think Skinny broke a toe. I saw him take a fall and he's been limping on one foot since then. It's improved steadily, he can walk on it now (though gingerly) but I can see some swelling in one toe. Before you tell me to take him into the vet, please read the [more inside]. [more inside]
posted by scarabic on May 22, 2004 - 15 answers