Broken Finger - How do you treat?
336295
get popsicle sticks and dont bend. make a splint. that is just temporary. go see a doctor ASAP. maybe the fracture isn't just a crack. maybe there are bone chips inside the it might damage some nerves. go see a doctor ASAP
397814
I broke my pinky toe and the doctor said there wasn't really anything that could be done, other than to give me painkillers and to recommend that I don't walk on it.  You could probably fashion yourself a little splint out of a popsicle stick or something to limit how much you can move it.\n\nI'd still recommend going to the doctor just to ensure that there's nothing wrong with it, but chances are you'll just be sucking it up for a few weeks.  Get well soon!
722569
Take it off for your shower only. I learned this the hard way. My broken thumb is just now mended.\n\nI kept taking my splint off all the time and when I had it x-rayed after 2 weeks it hadn't healed at all. After that I left it on 24/7 (except to shower) and when I went back in 3 weeks it was moostly healed. \n\nLOL! My boyfrend kept yelling at me...
605205
You may not have broken any bone in the finger, it seems more likely from what you said that the middle joint in the finger is out of place (this explains the lack of mobility and the occassional swelling). Either see a doctor of medicine or a doctor of chiropractic (either one can x-ray if necessary, I recommend the chiropracter as he is most knowledgeable about bone structure). Waiting so long will make the readjustment more painful (you should have asked sooner, sorry)
984478
Unless it punctured or scratch your finger with an open laceration. You disinfect it with warm water and soap. And an antibiotic ointment should help. But if it's just a bruise don't worry it will go away in about three days.\nHow's the crab though? What a sweet revenge, ha?
930068
Treat it like arthritis and modify your grasps and be careful of your fine motor skills.\nListed below is the carpal link on webmd...might be handy...
910378
RICE. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. I'm a gymnast and I have hurt myself PLENTY of times from not warming up or warming up wrong. First of all, rest it and try not to use it as much as possible, if at all. Secondly, ice it. Not too much though, or your skin will start to hurt, lol. I think the recomended was like 20 on ice 10 off but that always seemed a little too much for me. Third, wrap it up with an ace bandage even though it will feel weird, those things work wonders. Elevation can be held off though... Kinda hard to elevate that injury heh. When it starts to feel better, and you can move it again without pain, stretch it a couple times a day to keep it limber, but only for a week or so. Hope I helped some, and good luck healing!
1063283
ice,  elevate your hand and watch it...if it just happenned you have to expect swelling...if the injury happened a few days ago u should get it looked at in case it has a clot   and the ice should b on for first 24 hrs,  like a half hour at a time every 2 hrs,  then warm soaks next couple days   the point is to increase the circulation to reabsorb the blood...u broke blood vessels in there
1070877
If you can't really move it, make an anatomical splint for it. (Tape it to the finger next to it) And keep icing it. I would go to the doctor also.
1142357
Get wrist braces and/or a wrist support.  Sit properly at your desk.  Supposedly St. John's Wort helps, but I don't know if that's valid or not.  If it gets too horrible, there's surgery, but I'm sure that's not fun.
430109
You could try using an NSAID, (Non-Steriodal Anti Inflammatory Drug), such as aspirin, or iBuprofen, the latter may possibly offer relief either as either oral or topical preperation. Also, try alternating gentle warmin and cooling packs to it. Reducing exercise is a helpful suggestion, however, you shouldn't immobilise completely, gentle exercise, i.e. gently bending and straightening, should be made at regular invervals. Unfortunately pain relief tablets are probably the best option to ease it though.  \nI've always found that soft tissue injuries are the most painful injuries, I hope you resolve your pain. \n\nI do recommend discussing it with your pharmacist before you take any medication, of any kind, as people can be allergic to NSAIDs, and they can inteact seriously with other existing medication you may be on. \nIf it doesn't settle soon, I would suggest visiting a minor injuries unit or your family doctor.
633162
cut off a finger and,  \n\nUhh I guess that wont work\nnever mind
1022926
OK, the short answers:\n\nQ: My hand is tingling and is sore too what happened?\nA: You probably subluxated your shoulder, meaning it popped slightly out of the socket, but not fully. This being said, any one of several things could have happened to your hand, injury or subsequent pain are quite common with this type of injury. More than likely you've strained a nerve or pinched one.\n\nQ:The doc x rayed and said it is back in place and he said i have rotary cup damage what does that mean?\nA: Your rotary cup is the collection of muscles binding and holding your shoulder into the socket. Some tearing or stretching (straining) of these muscles are common with this type of injury.\n\nQ: He said i may need surgery why is that?\nA: If you have actually torn some or all of your rotary cup, surgery will be required in order to reconnect the muscle tissues and ensure proper healing.\n\nQ: I am supposed to check the circulation in my hand every once in awhile by checking my finger nails why do I have to do that?\nA: This is called "capillary reaction". What you are doing is pushing all the blood out of the capillaries under your nail and ensuring it fills back up in good time. You were asked to check this to ensure that your loosened shoulder is not pinching off any veins and that you haven't damaged any during the injury, which would probably result in you loosing your arm (the capillary reaction under normal circumstances for most people turns white when pinched and red within a couple seconds afterward).\n\nQ: Do i have to wear the collar and cuff that he gave me?\nA: If you want to heal, yes. Attempting to move the arm retards the healing process greatly and can cause improper healing.\n\n\nFinal Thoughs: To speed your healing, do EVERYTHING your doctor tells you. Wear your cuff, avoid moving/jarring your shoulder, maintain appointments with doctor and call him/her if you have questions or something seems wrong.\n\n\nAdditional Questions:\n-Your chiro is not a MD.\n-Muscles tears generally will not show up in Xray\n-Your doc should make that descision with you.
253075
Boil some water put some salt in it. put it for 15 mins. do some finger exercise.. It happens due to lack of nitrogen & over pressurising of fingers
24313
Massage it gently and pour oil. If worsen, apply firt aid and consult the nearest hospital.
151306
I either take a little lotion and rub it on, or rub some chapstick on my finger and rub it on. It helps to soothe the soreness and also helps to heal it.\n\nBe sure to use soft tissues to help keep it to a minimum.
375651
Depending on the location and severity of the toe fracture, the fracture may need to be reduced (put back into place) and splinted or casted. If there is an open wound near the injured toe, a tetanus shot and antibiotic medication may also be necessary. To decrease the swelling (and the pain), keep the foot raised above the level of the heart as much as possible. Prop the foot up on some pillows, especially when sleeping. Put ice in a plastic bag and apply it to the injury for 15-20 minutes every 1-2 hours for the first 1-2 days. Make sure to place a towel between the skin and the bag of ice to protect the skin. Avoid any strenuous exercise, prolonged standing, or walking.