How do you treat finger fractures?

How do you treat finger fractures?

If the fracture is stable, treatment may be as simple as splinting one finger to another by taping them together. The splint will be left in place for about 4 weeks followed by an additional 2 weeks with no strenuous exercise. If the fracture is unstable, the injured finger will need to be immobilized.

How long does a fracture in the finger take to heal?

How long will it take to heal? Most fractures heal without any problems in about six to eight weeks. However, it may take several months for your symptoms to settle completely. These can include pain or discomfort, stiffness, decreased strength and swelling.

How do you splint a finger?

For full finger splints, measure dorsally from the MCP joint to the tip of the finger. For splints that also include the MCP joint, cut a length that extends from just past the fingertip to the base of the metacarpals. Mold the splint to immobilize the finger in the appropriate position.

Should I ice a fractured finger?

This will help reduce swelling. Put ice or a cold pack on your finger for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Try to do this every 1 to 2 hours for the next 3 days (when you are awake) or until the swelling goes down. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin.

How long do you buddy tape a fractured finger?

You can take this strapping off to wash, or if the taping gets dirty, but you should keep reapplying the tape for two to three weeks after the date of your injury.

Should you strap a broken finger?

If the fracture is stable, then the treatment could be as simple as buddy taping or splinting one finger to another. This could last for about four weeks, and maybe two more, and you shouldn’t do any strenuous exercise during recovery.

Should you sleep with a splint on your finger?

Again, you must still sleep in your splint. If your occupation requires heavy bending and lifting with your fingers, you should continue to wear the tip protector at work.

Can a fractured finger heal in 3 weeks?

Breaks in the bones of the finger usually heal well in about 3 to 4 weeks. The pain and swelling from a broken finger can last for weeks. But it should steadily improve, starting a few days after you break it.

Should I tape a fractured finger?

Don’t buddy tape any digits that have open wounds, cuts, or broken skin. Taping injured skin has the potential to cause infections. Skin necrosis, or the death of tissue, is also possible.

Do you have to splint a fractured finger?

Management and Treatment If you have a stable fracture, your provider may splint your injured finger or may tape it to the finger next to it. The splint keeps your finger straight and protects it while it heals. You’ll usually keep the splint for three to four weeks as your fractured finger heals.

Can a broken finger heal in 3 weeks?

Should you keep a broken finger straight?

If you have a stable fracture, your provider may splint your injured finger or may tape it to the finger next to it. The splint keeps your finger straight and protects it while it heals. You’ll usually keep the splint for three to four weeks as your fractured finger heals.