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Exactly 1 month ago i fell on my hand and hurt my thumb.i think it's sprained but idk how serious. it still bothers me, and it's my rcl and ucl.ideas?
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Let it heal: " Gamekeepers" or "Skier's" thumb is a common injury after a fall on the thumb or a significant 'stretch' of the thumb away from the index finger.The ulnar( inside) collateral ligament is affected @ the 'knuckle' joint. Most can be treated in a splint to allow the ligament to heal.More serious UCL ruptures may require surgical repair.I see u are pregnant... See ORS and get splint to let heal(6wks)
Answered 8/16/2014
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Ortho evaluation: You need to see an orthopaedist and have stress Xrays done to see if you have any ligament instability. Treatment would depend on the findings.
Answered 9/26/2015
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