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Thumb Pops And Gets Stuck On Moving, Does Not Bend Post A Fall, Wrist Sprain. Should I Keep Trying To Bend It?

Hi, I self diagnosed my thumb a few weeks ago (rt hand , rt handed) as trigger thumb. It pops when I move it and gets stuck alittle bit. I fell 4 days ago and now I cannot bend my thumb. There is no bruising and very little swelling . I sprained my wrist at the same time, splinted that, and it is tons better. I have full range of movement in my thumb, I just cannot bend it. Should I splint my thumb or keep trying to use and bend it? Lynn
posted on Wed, 31 Oct 2012
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.

It might be soft tissue injury, ligament injury or fracture.

Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others.

I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.

Meanwhile you should splint your thumb till diagnosed.

Regards.
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Thumb Pops And Gets Stuck On Moving, Does Not Bend Post A Fall, Wrist Sprain. Should I Keep Trying To Bend It?

Hello, Thanks for posting your query. It might be soft tissue injury, ligament injury or fracture. Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance. Meanwhile you should splint your thumb till diagnosed. Regards.