Question 1

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 2

what are  signs of a finger sprain?

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Pain and swelling: A finger sprain is an injury involving the supporting structures of joint.  The joint capsule and ligaments, provide stability to the joint.  In a sprain, these structures are excessively stretched, buy not disrupted.  Joint pain, swelling and laxity are common symptoms, resolve with time and can be helped by brief immobilization, protected range of motion, ice, nsaid's and steroids.

Question 3

finger sprain, what can i do, any tips?

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Finger sprain: Rest, ice ,  pain killer , buddy strapping of two fingers can be done . If not improving see physician .

Question 4

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 5

what is the normal recovery time for a finger sprain?

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4-6 weeks: The finger joints are brown to sprain and because the anatomy of it takes a while to heal and some leave some stiffness.

Question 6

will i still be able to wrestle with a finger sprain?

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Depends: It depends on the particular injury.  See your doctor.

Question 7

how soon after a finger sprain or fracture should i be able to bend my finger all the way like normal?

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4-6 weeks: maybe more, depending on the extent of the injury. I suggest a PT evaluation and orthopedic consultation.

Question 8

what is the different between a finger sprain and a fracture / dislocation?

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Ligaments: A sprain is where you fully or partially tear the ligaments supporting the finger joint.  A fracture is a broken bone.  A dislocation is when the finger is out of the socket or out of position due to the ligament having been completely ruptured or outstretched.

Question 9

i sprained my finger, but now it is all black and blue. do i need to go see the doctor?

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Probably: Just because you are black and blue doesnt
mean you have a serious injury. You may just
have a bruise/ contusion. On the other hand
i have seen many patients with minimal swelling and pain who turn out to have fractures
so if there is nay question i would get an xray and an exam.

Question 10

i sprained my finger about a week ago and i am still in a lot of pain. my pain is coming from the base of the finger & hand by finger. is that normal?

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Sprained finger: Normally sprains resolve in 3-5 days and the pain gradually fades.   What was the mechanism of injury  -  based on your symptoms  I would be concerned that there is more to this than a simple sprain  and you might benefit from a visit and or x-ray

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