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What to do if i dislocated my pinkie while playing basketball. pinkie was and how do i take care of it?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: Even if you feel like you have " popped" it back in position, I would encourage you to be seen for a follow up exam and X-ray. The X-ray would be helpful to ensure it is well reduced and that there is no associated fracture. You don't want to have any long term problems with it.

Answered 10/10/2016

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Hand specialist.: See an orthopedic hand surgeon. He/she will start with xrays and an exam. You may just need simple immobilization. But there are other, more serious things that can occur, when you dislocate a finger joint.

Answered 3/20/2014

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