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Jammed thumb while playing ball. cannot bend wo pain and joint area is swollen even after 3 days. is it srs? how to help it recover faster?

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Dr. Teddy Atik answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Thumb pain: You have to make sure you dont have a fracture or more important an ulnar collateral ligament tear which would require surgery. You should consult a hand surgeon.

Answered 2/13/2015

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A member asked:

Jammed thumb while playing ball. cannot bend wo pain and joint area is swollen even after 3 days. is it srs? how to help it recover faster?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Teddy Atik answered

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