Severe pain in the hand after an injury
Swelling that appears quickly or keeps getting worse
Bruising or discoloration
Deformity, crooked fingers, or an unusual hand shape
Inability to move the hand, fingers, or thumb normally
Pain when trying to grip, pinch, or make a fist
Tenderness over a specific bone
Numbness or tingling in the hand or fingers
Weakness or loss of function
Pain that gets worse when pressing on the injured area
A popping or cracking sound at the time of injury
Open wound with bone visible
Fingers that look pale, blue, or cold
Symptoms that do not improve after rest and ice
Need for medical evaluation and an X-ray to confirm a fracture