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Mallet Injury And Fracture At The Upper Joint Of Pinky On Right Hand
Iam 32 female. I have fractured my right pinky finger at the upper joint. I also have have a mallet injury. The x-ray showed the fracture and since my finger was little dropped when I try to stretch my palm. I am wearing a splint on the finger. How long will it take for the fracture to cure ? How long will it take for the mallet injury to cure? Can I take any medications or precautions to speed up the recovery?
Tue, 26 Jul 2011
Hi,Rjakkani,
Thanks for query,
It will take about 4-6 weeks for healing.
You can take good branded Calcium and vit D.
Ok and bye.
Thanks for query,
It will take about 4-6 weeks for healing.
You can take good branded Calcium and vit D.
Ok and bye.
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