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My son dislocated his finger yesterday and it got popped back into place. it is just swollen today he slept all night what should i do?

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Dr. Steven Brown answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Is it stable: As long as patient maintains range of motion and the joint is stable without deformity than nothing further needs to be done. Swelling will take 4-6 weeks to resolve and can continue up to 4 months.

Answered 11/7/2018

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