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Thumb injury while playing
Nearly 4 weeks back i hurt my thumb while playing volley ball,
I have consulted general physician they have told "it doesnt look serious , it will heal by itself" a few days back it was paining so, i took x-ray and consulted few ortho doctors , everyone puts different opinions like it could be "bone moving out of position" or "ligament injury".
Also as a part of treatment some have advised me of put my thumb in warm water and some in cold water.
presently i'm clueless what is exact cause for my pain , is it a major issue or not and what treatment method should i follow.
All the above advices you need to follow
It's not serious but need to immobilise it with other finger to avoid any further injury and allow it to heal
Take contrast bath which means pit your thumb in cold water for 30 sec followed by hot water for 45 secs and again pit it in cold water for 30 secs..This will help with pain
Tie up your thumb with the hand to avoid any movements and give it a few days to heal
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