Any break in the continuity of a bone is considered a fracture. A fracture may be non-displaced – a fracture line or lines are seen but the bone stays in its normal alignment, or displaced – bone is moved out of its “in-line” position. The most common finger fractures are traumatic, caused by a direct blow or crushing injury. Treatment of a traumatic fracture depends on the location and extent of the break and whether it is displaced. You should consult your doctor if you have experienced an incident causing great force to the finger or a crushing impact. Early treatment is important to a successful outcome.
Symptoms
Most finger fractures are caused by a trauma such as a fall onto the hand. Signs of a broken finger include pain when touching the bone, swelling, difficulty moving the finger and deformity of the finger
How a 3-Point Splint Can Help
Stable non-displaced fractures may be treated with one or two Oval-8 Finger Splints to immobilize and protect the finger. In some cases, the finger next to the injured finger can be used as a splint by using a 3pp Buddy Loop to hold two fingers together.
The biggest problem people have after a finger fracture is stiffness. Stiffness means difficulty bending or straightening finger joints. This is very common, and is more likely the closer the break is to where the finger meets the hand. The best way to prevent stiffness is to move joints as soon as possible. If early motion is not possible because a fracture is unstable, therapy may be needed to help get the finger moving once the fracture is healed. 3pp Final Flexion Wraps and 3pp Finger Trappers may be used by your therapist to help restore motion.
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