A 29-year-old member asked:
how do you make a finger splint yourself?
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Dr. Suman Das answered
Plastic Surgery 54 years experience
Depends on the purpo: If you have a problem with your index finger and you need a splint you need to make sure you are using it for right reason.Really, you sjould see your doctor to advise you what you need.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
I know I should ice it, but should I buddy tape it, finger splint it, or just keep applying ice (for how long)?
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Dr. Bruce Prager answered
Sports Medicine 42 years experience
Depend: If you have a contusion or sprained finger you really do not need to buddytape it. Ice it catefully the first 48-72 hours after injury. If it is broken then buddytaping is sometimes used.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Does cvs or rite aid have finger splint?
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Dr. Steven Weissberg answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 55 years experience
Finger splint: Yes. Or any surgical supply house.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Jammed finger.. Need a splint or just not use it?
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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered
Orthopedic Surgery 38 years experience
Jammed finger: Just use it. Work on motion, avoid excessive gripping or lifting. If no improvement get a medical evaluation.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
My finger was broken, but I just took the splint off? Is that ok?
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Dr. Luis Villaplana answered
Internal Medicine 35 years experience
NO ITS NOT OK!: There's a reason you should wear it as long as you should. Take it off yourself may prevent the bone from healing properly.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
What can I do to write more easily with a finger splint?
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Dr. Joshua Hurwitz answered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Trial & error: Trial and error to find what works best for you. If you are ambidextrous, try with your non-dominnant hand. Be careful not to aggravate your hand by using it too much while finge ris healing.
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