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Question: i hit the wall with my hand. using the side opposing the thumb and it didn't hurt at first but then 10 hours later it hurt and the ring finger knuckle is swollen when I lay it flat on the ground and I want to know if this is common... the knuckle looks out of place I'm icing it now. thanks
Brief Answer:
Seems to be a ligament sprain
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for posting the query.
I have gone through your question and the attached photograph.
I do not feel that you may have injured any underlying bone. It seems more of a ligament or tendon sprain around the joint. If you can make a complete fist and stretch out the fingers completely,then there is nothing to worry about.
If there is any problem in the finger movements,then the tendon / muscle may have been partially injured.
I suggest you to continue applying ice packs. Also apply compression bandage around the injured part and avoid using the finger as far as possible.
Take anti-inflammatory analgesic tablets like paracetamol,ibuprofen or tramadol.
The symptoms should improve by tomorrow.
If you find no improvement,or if the pain increases, then consult a nearby orthpedist and get a X ray done.
I hope the answer was useful.
Feel free to get back to me if you have any follow up queries.
Thank you.
Kind regards.
Seems to be a ligament sprain
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for posting the query.
I have gone through your question and the attached photograph.
I do not feel that you may have injured any underlying bone. It seems more of a ligament or tendon sprain around the joint. If you can make a complete fist and stretch out the fingers completely,then there is nothing to worry about.
If there is any problem in the finger movements,then the tendon / muscle may have been partially injured.
I suggest you to continue applying ice packs. Also apply compression bandage around the injured part and avoid using the finger as far as possible.
Take anti-inflammatory analgesic tablets like paracetamol,ibuprofen or tramadol.
The symptoms should improve by tomorrow.
If you find no improvement,or if the pain increases, then consult a nearby orthpedist and get a X ray done.
I hope the answer was useful.
Feel free to get back to me if you have any follow up queries.
Thank you.
Kind regards.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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