A member asked:

My 8 year old jammed his thumb. can he still play in his basketball tournament? could he do much more damage if he plays?

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See below: Did you ice it. Is it red swollen. Pain decreased range of motion brusing would indicate some ligamental damage if no pain and full range of motion and strength he can prob play if pain or swollen no if pain swollen se doc for x ray to rule out fracture.

Answered 5/31/2012

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