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What are some treatment methods i can apply to a basketball-related index-finger injury?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
RICE!: Rest (splinting-buddy tape to next finger or popsicle stick taped to the finger), ice--ice it down often, compression--you may need this but usually not on a finger, elevation---holding it above the level of the hear reduces swelling and pain. Splinting is usually very effective. Don't blow it off that you don't have a more significant injury. May need to be seen and x-rayed. Take care!
Answered 3/21/2012
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Splint tape: Must get x-ray and see ortho prior to starting any treatment.
Answered 12/7/2012
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