Remove any rings or tight jewelry immediately
Rest the finger and stop using it
Apply ice wrapped in a cloth for 15–20 minutes
Keep the hand elevated above heart level
Gently straighten the finger only if it moves easily and without severe pain
Buddy tape the injured finger to the adjacent finger if it is not crooked or severely swollen
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever if safe for you
Seek urgent medical care if the finger looks deformed, cannot move, is numb, or pain/swelling is severe
Get medical evaluation if symptoms do not improve within 24–48 hours