Severe pain after a direct hit, twist, or crush injury
Swelling that develops quickly
Bruising or discoloration
Finger looks crooked, bent, or shortened
Difficulty moving the finger
Pain when...
Severe pain in the finger after an injury
Swelling that develops quickly
Bruising or discoloration
Finger looks crooked, bent, or out of place
Trouble moving the finger
Pain when...
Severe pain right after injury
Swelling
Bruising
Finger looks crooked, bent, or deformed
Trouble bending or straightening the finger
Pain when trying to move the finger
Tenderness over the bone
Numbness...
Stop if you have pain, swelling, deformity, numbness, or limited movement
Do not force the thumb to pop
Gently move the thumb through its normal range...
Severe pain at the thumb, especially after a fall, impact, or twisting injury
Swelling around the thumb or base of the thumb
Bruising or discoloration
Deformity, crooked...
Reduce overall body fat with a calorie-controlled diet
Do regular full-body exercise, including cardio and strength training
Limit high-sodium foods to reduce water retention
Stay well hydrated
Avoid...
Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use
Wear a splint to keep the finger straight, especially at night
Apply ice for...
Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand use
Keep wrists in a neutral position
Use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse
Adjust chair, desk, and monitor height
Take frequent...
Rest the hand and avoid repetitive gripping, pinching, or texting
Change hand and wrist positions frequently
Keep the wrist in a neutral position
Use a wrist splint,...
Remove rings or tight jewelry immediately
Rest the hands and avoid repetitive gripping
Elevate the hands above heart level
Apply a cold compress for 10 to 15...
Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand motions
Keep wrists in a neutral position
Use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse
Take frequent breaks from typing or gripping
Stretch...
Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand movements
Keep the wrist in a neutral position
Wear a wrist splint, especially at night
Apply cold packs for 10...
Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand motions
Keep the wrist in a neutral position
Wear a wrist splint, especially at night
Take frequent breaks during typing...
Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use
Wear a splint, especially at night, to keep the finger straight
Apply ice for...
Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use
Wear a splint, especially at night, to keep the finger straight
Apply ice for...
Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use
Wear a finger splint, especially at night, to keep the finger straight
Apply ice...
