Can my son speed up recovery from a broken wrist?

My teenage son broke his wrist during hurling practice last month. He must wear a plaster cast for at least another two weeks. He’s keen to return to the pitch as soon as possible because he’s part of a team. What can he do to speed up the recovery process?

It can be incredibly frustrating to be out of action due to injury and, when younger, the prospect of waiting weeks or even months can be particularly challenging.

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