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Inflammation in Mallet finger

2018-02-19 10:22:42
I was diagnosed with Mallet finger 6 weeks back. I wore a mallet splint for the entire 6 weeks. My finger has straightened completely(only about 5° tilt is there) but swelling and redness persists. What should I do
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It will gradually settle down. Go to your ortho doctor again. You probably need to wear the splint in night for next 4 to six weeks. Start physio now

Answered2018-02-19 11:47:32

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It's normal for swelling to persists for few weeks.
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Local ice packs and elevation is required. Start gradual physiotherapy also.

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