A 28-year-old woman with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus presents 10 weeks after a simple fracture of the distal radius (Colles' fracture) treated with closed reduction and plaster immobilization. X-rays show minimal callus formation and no bridging callus is visible. The patient reports persistent pain and swelling at the fracture site. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
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