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Broken Hand (cont.)

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Broken Hand Causes

Hand injuries are caused by workplace injuries, improper use of tools, blunt trauma to the had (punching or striking injuries) crush injuries, falls, and sports injuries. The vast majority of hand injuries can be prevented.

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