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Im a guitarist and had my thumb extensor torn. in the 5th week the tendon seemed to get raptured again and seemingly came back after a month and is visible. its uncomfortable and sometimes get swollen when playing guitar after 6 months now. why?

Q: im a guitarist and had my thumb extensor torn. in the 5th week the tendon seemed to get raptured again and seemingly came back after a month and is visible. its uncomfortable and sometimes get swollen when playing guitar after 6 months now. why?

: Unclear whether your torn thumb extensor was repaired by ortho. If yes, then follow up with orthopedics Dr. If not what Dr did you see after the first injury and what was recommended? Difficult to advise without any history included. Best bet for finger injuries is an orthopedic Dr who specializes in hands.

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Unclear whether your torn thumb extensor was repaired by ortho. If yes, then follow up with orthopedics Dr. If not what Dr did you see after the first injury and what was recommended? Difficult to advise without any history included. Best bet for finger injuries is an orthopedic Dr who specializes in hands.

Answered 9/1/2023

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A member asked:

Im a guitarist and had my thumb extensor torn. in the 5th week the tendon seemed to get raptured again and seemingly came back after a month and is visible. its uncomfortable and sometimes get swollen when playing guitar after 6 months now. why?

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