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How could i know if a finger is dislocated or sprained?
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See a hand doc: A dislocation is not subtle. There is considerable pain, deformity, stiffness and dysfunction. A sprain will typically result only in pain, swelling, and stiffness and should improve over time. A good examination and an xray can easily distinguish between the two.
Answered 10/30/2012
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