Question 1

went to the dr about my wrist, i have a torn tendon?

Accepted Answer

Which tendon?: It sounds like you need a minimum of a splint, but possiblly a cast or surgery (if conservative treatment fails or major structure is damaged). Ot or pt also may be necessary. I would recommend you consult an orthopedic hand surgeon. In the meanwhile, rest, ice, compression, and elevation are key.

Question 2

hand injury in may diagnosed as a bruise a few months later diagnosed as torn tendon still very painful how long does it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

If it is a tendon: it may take months to heal, provided you have adequate brace to support it while it does.  Tendons are notoriously slow things to heal because of the poor blood supply to them.  If you are sure it is not completely torn through and require surgery to tack it back.  Keep a close relationship with your Hand Orthopedist while it heals.  Good luck and thanks for trusting in HealthTap.

Question 3

what are some symptoms of a torn tendon?

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Pain: Pain, swelling, inability to move a particular muscle or moving it but not thru full range of motion. Tendons can be completely torn but don't have to. Sometimes they are partially torn and sometimes they can have longitudinal tears. The different types of tears will be treated differently.

Question 4

what is the difference between a strained tendon and a torn tendon of the inner ankle? difference in symptoms n treatment methods?

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Graded 1 through 3..: Sprains & strains are graded based on the # of fibers w/in the structure that are stretched/ torn. This is by no means an exact # of fibers, but a grade 1 = fiber stretch, grade two = partial/ moderate disruption, & grade three = complete disruption. Symptoms of each are very similar but severity varies. Rice is the beginning treatment regardless of grade. Severe inj often need pt, sometime surger.

Question 5

what can someone do for a torn tendon?

Accepted Answer

If it is not a vest-: -igeal tendon such as Palmaris longus, poplitious in the hand &amp; lower leg , they R usually functional and need repair acutely, or if long standing tendon transfers &amp; grafts can B done.

Question 6

can acupuncture or massage help a torn tendon heal?

Accepted Answer

Feels good: But, i don't see how it will help the tendon heal. Ideally, you would want to make sure both of the torn ends are placed back together if possible. There are other repair methods in case the tendon has retracted but this is something you need to see a podiatrist or foot and ankle orthopedist.

Question 7

would a tens machine help a torn tendon repair itself ?

Accepted Answer

No: Tens units are helpful for pain modulation but do not have an effect on healing of tendons.

Question 8

are there any supplements you can take for a torn tendon?

Accepted Answer

Not really: The supplements are adjunctive therapy to having the tendon repaired. So for example, they might help reduce inflammation after the tendon was repaired or help with wound healing but won't actually help the tendons repair themselves. Please consult a doctor.

Question 9

what is done for a torn tendon?

Accepted Answer

If the Tendon: Is ruptured it may require surgery. If a  partial tear you may  need to be casted.

Question 10

what does a torn tendon feel like?

Accepted Answer

Pain: Pain and inability to move the joint that it crosses.

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