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A member asked:
How does a doctor rebrake a index finger to put it in place (i've broke my middle phalanx) ?
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The first step: is to obtain Xrays to make an accurate. Whether to do conservative treatment with immobilization or surgical treatment depends on the Xray.
Answered 11/28/2017
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