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Index finger swelling
I got my left hand index finger dislocated from middle joint on 2nd Oct. I got it treated and doctor advised me to not bend for 3 weeks and use a finger cot. Yesterday I removed the cot as it's 3 weeks and now my finger is swelled. Do I need to visit doctor or is it normal ?
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Apply ice pack and stretching.
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Cold pack and gentle movements of fingers will reduce swelling.
It is normal bt U should also do a follow up visit with ur doctor just to be sure.
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visit a qualified physiotherapist
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icing and gentle/ painfree finger movements
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Hot and cold pack fomentation.
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You need to go and see a doctor. He will further assess and guide you in a right direction.
Do visit a Physiotherapist for pain management.
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For your swelling go for cold pack every 3 hourly and not more than 10-12 mins.
It will help in reducing the swelling and pain.
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