What We Treat
Telehealth
What We Treat
Telehealth
About Us
- Features & Pricing
- For Organizations
A member asked:
Had surgery 9 days ago to repair zone 2 pinky finger tendon damage from bad cut. currently in splint. stitches out in a few days. how long until most pts in similar situation are cleared to drive? my dr. didn't give clear answer as to timeline?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
If it is just your little finger in a splint and you can hold the steering wheel normally and can turn it without discomfort, you could drive. Always wear a seat belt. Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health! Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines
Answered 11/26/2022
0 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I had surgery november 1st to repair tendon in my pinky finger and was wondering how long till i can use my other fingers and or whole hand? Thank you
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I had a deep cut and lacerated the profundus flexor tendon on my pinky finger on the 2nd..i can only get surgery on the 15th.. is it too late, or surgery will be able to fix it?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
How long until one can typically switch from permanent to a removable cast after tendon surgery to repair a tendon in the wrist leading to a pinky finger?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Is it normal to immobilise my hand and my fingers for 4 weeks after surgery for Extensor Tendon Repair ( 2 3 and 4 fingers)?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Had tendon repair surgery 11 days ago for zone 2 pinky finger injury. In splint & occupational therapy for next 6 weeks & stitches come out tomorrow. Finger still quite stiff feeling. Normal? How long before stiffness subsides & it loosens up?
I cut my middle ring and pinky finger , an damaged my tendons in all 3 fingers , & severed my nerve in my ring finger. I had surgery to repair all of that.my question is I have excessive scar tissue and cant move my finger tips , will they remove it?
6 weeks ago extra tendon surgary for cut on first two fingers. Out of splint week ago. Much stiffness can't make fist. How long to return to normal ?
Had surgery yesterday to repair two damaged tendons in my rt pinky finger. Keeping it elevated, but still experiencing uncomfortable swelling. How long does swelling typically last after this type of surgery and on which days is it usually the worst?
I severed the tendon in my pinky a month ago. I have to have surgery but canr right now of financial situation. But the tip my pointer finger is numb?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
Get the HealthTap app
Video visit and message your doctor
