Question 1

how can a broken finger heal?

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Immobilize: In an uncomplicated finger fracture, healing only requires immobilizing the fingerr (with a finger splint) for 4-6 weeks.

Question 2

how can i fix my broken finger?

Accepted Answer

Finger fracture: Depends on the site and severity of the fracture, and whether or not the fractured bone has penetrated the skin.  Fractures can be from trivial to severe and usually require a doctor to make an examination to determine the optimal treatment for the patient.

Question 3

how can you treat a broken finger?

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Depends on break: Very much depends on the details. At its most basic all fractures need to have the pieces in the right place (so-called reduction, if they are out of place) and then held in place (so-called fixation) reduction can mean anything from leaving the fracture as is to closed manipulation to open surgery. As to fixation this can be anything from a splint to cast to plating, pins and screws.

Question 4

can i have my broken finger reset?

Accepted Answer

Yes, multiple ways: Depending on the timing to present to a doctor, most fractures can be set by manipulation within 7-10 days.  If longer than that time, or if inadequately reducible (set), surgery may be required to move interfering soft tissue and secure by casting, pinning, screws and possibly plates. The less severe or the more rigidly fixed, can be "moved" earlier, which may avoid stiffness later after healing.

Question 5

what do you do for a broken finger?

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See hand surgeon: Many finger fractures are successfully treated with splints or casts. Some are more complicated and best treated with surgery. It is best to see a hand surgeon early to ensure correct diagnosis and optimal treatment plan.

Question 6

what would a broken finger feel like?

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Broken finger: Pain! but a mild fracture can be only mild pain that one might think of only as "a sprain".

Question 7

what can be done for a broken finger?

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Splint or Surgery: A broken finger may be splinted or the break may require surgery with pins or a plate and screws to provide the best chance for optimal healing and function. Consult with a hand surgeon.

Question 8

what would a broken finger look like?

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It depends: It might look disfigured (crooked), have a lump in it, hurt when pressed or used, and be hard to bend. It could also be bruised.
On the other hand it may have some or none of these signs.
 If you are concerned, the only way to tell for sure is to do an xray.
Tape the injured finger to the one next to it until you have the opportunity to get it xrayed.

Question 9

what are the causes of a broken finger?

Accepted Answer

Trauma,Tumors,: Commonest cause of finger fracture as one can expect is injury.

Next cause is what we call in medical term is pathological fracture
which is due to bone tumor or cyst weakening the bone

oseoporosis also can cause weaking of the bone and may cause fractures.

Question 10

when will a broken finger typically heal?

Accepted Answer

Broken finger: Depends on how bad the fracture is, whether in is into a joint, or did it pierce the skin or whether there are any complications such as infection.

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