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My son has come home saying that his finger got bent back and kicked whilst playing football. it is slightly swollen but not discoloured. is it broke?
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Hyperextended: He may have hyperextended it. If you see his range of motion is limited you might get an x-ray. Use cold compresses to reduce swelling.
Answered 9/28/2016
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