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What is the very best way to care for a crushed finger?

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Crushed fingers: Can have fractures, thus xrays are important. In the absence of fracture, joint and tissue swelling needs to be addresseda sit can impair function and apporpriate methods to cntrol swelling and pain and splinting while still emphsizing motion at the right time are all important, a hand surgeon will often refer severe crush injuries even those without fracture to a hand therapists early to help.

Answered 9/30/2013

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