Question 1

could getting a sprained finger be caused by cracking your knuckles?

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No: Unless you use incredible force knuckle cracking has not been shown to lead to any problems including arthritis.

Question 2

how long should it take a sprained finger to heal? i sprained my middle and ring finger of my left hand in the middle of november.  it's now the middle of january and it still hurts as much as it did in nov.  i've been wrapping the two fingers together an

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That : That would be an abnormally long time to have significant pain from a simple sprain. Did you ever have xrays done? Often the mechanism of a spain (hyperextension or bending of the finger backward) can also cause small fractures called avulsions. In this type of injury the piece of bone that is attached to the tendon will rip off and this can take a long time to heal, and sometimes requires orthopedic consultation and repair.

Question 3

when do you need to get a sprained finger checked out?

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Sprained finger: Get it checked out now by your doctor.  If it is dislocated it can be put back in place.  If there is a fracture or break he/she will make sure it heals properly and not out of alignment.  Peace and good health.

Question 4

can you get a fever from a sprained finger?

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Likley not: Its extremely unlikely to get fever from simply a sprained finger unless there is a cut or abrasion at the site of injury.

Question 5

what could be done about a sprained finger that is severely bruised?

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Consider a fracture: Severe bruising from a finger sprain heightens my concern for an avulsion fracture or a tear of a ligament or tendon.  Simple sprains only need to be splinted for short time.  Persistent symptoms should be evaluated by a physician.  Better yet, have it checked now to rule out these more serious causes.

Question 6

difference between a broken and sprained finger?

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Damage: A sprain is soft tissue damage and will heal on its own. A broken finger is hard tissue damage(the bone) is fractured/broken, tissue may appear bruised and very swollen. This requires a hard splint/cast to immobilize the bone so that it may heal correctly. An xray will tell the story so see your md.

Question 7

how do you treat a finger sprain?

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Mostly with time: Ice, immobilization and early protected range of motion will help treat the symptoms of a finger sprain, as will nsaid's and steroids.  What the joint ultimately needs to recover from the excessive stretching of the capsule and ligaments is time to repair the damaged structures.  This takes 2-6 weeks for mild sprains and 3 or more months for severe sprains.

Question 8

how is a finger sprain normally treated?

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Early motion: It is important not to immobilize a finger sprain for too long as the finger can get stiff quickly. I would suggest getting your finger moving, avoiding activities that aggravate the pain, and gradually advance your activities as tolerated. Anti-inflammatories such as Ibuprofen can help with the pain andputting your hand in a sink full of warm water can help get your motion back & it feels good.

Question 9

do you have to put a splint on a sprained finger?

Accepted Answer

No but helpful : A simple finger sprain can heal without splinting, however, a splint can help provide greater support of the finger.

Question 10

what are the best treatments for a jammed/sprained finger?

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Motrin, cold packs: Treatment for a jammed finger includes: rest, cold packs, & elevating that hand up to the chest. Motrin or Advil (ibuprofen) for 3 days helps reduce the swelling & pain. One can "buddy splint" by taping the injured finger to the finger next to it for a few days. If the pain is severe, the finger crooked, or the range of motion significantly decreased, a primary or orthopedic doctor can evaluate & do an x-ray.

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