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I tried ice, how else can i get my finger to swell less?
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Elevation: If the swelling is related to an injury or surgery, the best way is to keep it elevated above the level of your heart so the swelling can "drain" out. In certain situations, a hand therapist can perform treatments called "edema control".
Answered 12/6/2012
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