Question 1

how do i tell the difference between a hyperextended thumb and a sprained thumb  i hurt it playing vball & now hurts when pressure is being applied

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Same condition: A sprain is an injury to a ligament that holds bones together at a joint.  This is likely what you have. Warm soaks and rest can help to heal.  Sometimes it an take several months for all the pain to resolve.  Avoid repetitious injury by wearing a protective splint while playing.

Question 2

what is the main difference between a sprained thumb and a broken thumb?

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Hard vs Soft Tissue!: A fracture involves hard tissue - i.e. Bones.  A strain, or sprain involves soft tissues - muscles, ligaments, tendons, or cartilages.  A fracture is often treated by immobilzation in a splint or a cast.  Soft tissue injuries usually respond to cold compresses initially, and then changing to warm compresses and movement therapies.  Xrays and bone scans for bones.  Mris for bones and soft tissues.

Question 3

what s the difference between a thumb sprain or fracture?

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Thumb: A sprain effects the ligaments around the thumb joint while a fracture involves the bones of the thumb.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of a grade 2 thumb sprain?

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Pain and swelling: Miranda,

A grade two thumb sprain means that the ligament is stretched but not completely torn. As the body tries to heal, it will be inflamed. You will experience pain, swelling, and tenderness. In general, RICE is the way to go: Rest, Ice, Compress (with an ace wrap, but not too tight), and elevate. Sprains generally take 10-21 days to heal. Hope this helps!

Question 5

how do i know if i have sprained my thumb? if i have a sprained thumb do i need to get it looked at by a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Need more history: You need to give a good history. Did you injure the thumb?  If it hurts. What happened to it?  A sprain is a diagnosis so to get there you need to start with what if anything happened to the thumb. If you did invite the thumb then get checked out by the doctor

Question 6

how do you treat a sprained thumb?

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Depends: Probably needs to be checked due to unusual fractures at the base of the thumb that may need surgery or ligament injuries that can become chronic.  If the thumb is stable then using a thumb spica splint is usually adequate.

Question 7

how can i stop pain from a sprained thumb?

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Ice it: Immobilize it with a splint. If pain persists make sure you see an orthopedist.

Question 8

how long will a sprained thumb take to heal?

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If routine, &lt;6 wks: Most thumb sprains are from falling on an outstretched hand such as skiing or snow boarding. Most routine sprains are mild and respond to hand based splinting within 4-6 weeks.  More severe sprains after 4 weeks tend to show no improvement. All of  these injuries need an early x-ray to rule out a fracture. More severe sprains often need surgical attention as symptoms persist despite bracing.

Question 9

what excersises can i do for a sprained thumb?

Accepted Answer

Let it heal: 'Sprained thumbs' generally need a period of rest and immobilization ( thumb 'spica' splint) for a couple of weeks for healing of the 'stretched' ligaments before you exersise. See your primary care physician . Good Luck!

Question 10

what are the typical symptoms of a sprained thumb?

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Pain and swelling: Sprains of joints such as the thumb cause pain with motion as the injured structures around the joint are stretched or compressed. Generalized swelling of the joint involved is also a very common complaint. The swelling is bothersome but can be somewhat protective early on in that the swelling functionally limits motion and acts as an internal "brace". Bruising about the thumb is also common.

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