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It appears that i have mallet finger, how do i splint it?
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See a Hand Surgeon: I would recommend you see a hand surgeon because splinting for these has to be done in a very specific way. If not treated correctly you will compromise your results.
Answered 5/17/2016
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Mallet finger: is a tear of the tendon that attaches to the finger tip on the top and end of ones finger, such that if it is torn the tip of the finger stays flexed down, the injury can also involve a fracture were the tendon pulls off a small piece of bone at its attachment. treatment usual is splint the tip full tie 8 weeks part time 4. wks. http://www.handctr.com/mallet-finger-baseball-finger-102.html
Answered 9/21/2017
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