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My thumb hit with the ball and swollen.iam able to move my thumbs base joint but no the upper joint please tell me some remedies to reduce pain&swell?
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R.I.C.E: Rest, ice, compression ( splinting ) and elevation PLUS the judicious use of either Advil (ibuprofen) or Ibuprofen if you are not allergic to these medications. If pain is severe, I suggest UC or ER for x rays.
Answered 10/21/2014
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