Question 1

should i go to a hospital if i was wrestling and got a thumb injury?

Accepted Answer

Really depends: What happened to the thumb?  Is it swollen?  Painful? Range of motion is still intacted?

Question 2

jammed thumb during wrestling mild pain and swelling on metacarpal and on bottom half of thumb stiffness in thumb what could be wrong with it?

Accepted Answer

MCP joint inflamed?: The area you point is the joint area between the proximal phalange of thumb and the head of 1st mc bone. Stiffness  could be due to strain / sprain of the supporting structures around the joint like ligaments, joint capsule , tendon inflammation  without injury to bones . There may be a small crack fracture , partial / total dislocation of jt. Need to see ur dr, get xray.Do hot compress, pain meds.

Question 3

how can i treat a jammed thumb?

Accepted Answer

R.I.C.E.: It is important to differentiate between a "jammed" thumb which is a sprain of the ligaments of the thumb and a fracture or dislocation. The two can often appear similar from outside appearance but can be differentiated by examination and x-rays and are sometimes treated differently. For a jammed thumb, rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medications and temporary immobilization are beneficial.

Question 4

what can be done for a jammed thumb?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest, ice, compression and elevation work for most strains and sprains.  Otc antiinflamatories should help with pain.  If it is numb, disfigured or persists see your doctor for an xray and evaluatin of the ligaments.

Question 5

what are good ways i can fix my jammed thumb?

Accepted Answer

Thumb Injury: Thumb injuries should be evaluated for possible damage to ligaments, tendons, joints and bones. Improper diagnosis and treatment can lead to long term problems with thumb function. See a sports medicine doctor or a hand surgeon.

Question 6

why does thumb injury hurts more splinted?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: Possibly the splint is not applied properly or in correct position.
If it for a fracture, perhaps a well padded thumb spica cast
might be more comfortable.
One should actually be more comfortable if an injury is 
immobilized in a splint or cast in the proper position
check with your ortho if not better.

Question 7

where do i go for my thumb injury and rehab?

Accepted Answer

See below: See a hand specialist or orthopedist who is good with hand issues and for rehab, pt and ot can help.

Question 8

how do you treat a repetitive stress thumb injury?

Accepted Answer

First thing: The first thing to do is stop doing whatever you're doing that led to the stress injury.  For many in this culture, it could be texting, online gaming, etc but there are many other possibilities too.  See your doctor for an exam and more specific recommendations.

Question 9

how do i fix a thumb injury?

Accepted Answer

Depends on injury: If you injured your thumb you should be evaluated by a physician. Xrays should be ordered to rule out a fracture. If it is a dislocation then wearing a splint will be necessary. If it is a sprain it depends which ligament is sprained or torn because sometimes surgery is required. Better to get evaluated by an md for hand injuries rather than just wait to see if it heals on its own.

Question 10

should you pull on a jammed thumb?

Accepted Answer

Probably won't help: Treatment of a jammed thumb depends on what the injury is. If it is a minor sprain, pullling on it won't help, but won't hurt. Be careful though - some "jammed" thumbs are actually complete ligament tears or fractures. Best advice is to seek medical attention if pain persists more than a few days, or there is significant swelling or bruising

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