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Can someone tell me how long will it take for a sprained index finger to heal?
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3 - 6 weeks: This should be well on the way to healing within 3 - 6 weeks. The most important factor is to restore range of motion of the finger, therefore therapy is typically started within 2 weeks of the injury. See a physician if your symptoms are not improving.
Answered 2/22/2016
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