Hi, My left index finger is swollen. After doing xray I found something is present in the fracture.Please suggest something for that.

2 Doctors Answered
Hi, if hair line fracture so first of all you should contact nearest orthopedic consultant. For initial you just addhesive tape apply with combine of your middle finger as straight position. And use ice pack for pain relief 4 times in a day min 20 minutes over surrounding your finger and elevation position prefer your hand to prevent swelling.
Hi, Usually finger strapping done for finger fracture if it's not displaced. In case of displaced fracture closed reduction and k wire fixation done. Treatment depends upon type of fracture.
Suggestions offered by doctors on Lybrate are of advisory nature i.e., for educational and informational purposes only. Content posted on, created for, or compiled by Lybrate is not intended or designed to replace your doctor's independent judgment about any symptom, condition, or the appropriateness or risks of a procedure or treatment for a given person.
Icon

Book appointment with top doctors for Bone Fracture treatment

View fees, clinic timings and reviews

Related questions

I am suffering from fracture of ligament right knee due to fall dow...
7
Hello Doctor, My age is just 26 years and my weight is 128 I am str...
8
I am working in the college, the day before I met with an accident....
22
Hello sir. I am 19 years old. I am suffering from low back pain sin...
15
Kal mera accident hua mera left leg and hand fracture hai, mere liy...
20
Hi I met with an accident 4 months ago. I got minor fracture in my ...
22
View all related questions

Related Health Tips

Sports Injuries - An Insight!
5726
Sports Injuries - An Insight!
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Or Ligament Injury Of The Knee
5672
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Or Ligament Injury Of The Knee
International Women's Health Day - Ways To Take Care Of Yourself!
4827
International Women's Health Day - Ways To Take Care Of Yourself!
Calcium tablets - Are They Good or Bad?
6660
Calcium tablets - Are They Good or Bad?
What To Expect When Recovering From Broken Bones?
5085
What To Expect When Recovering From Broken Bones?
How Long Do You Need Physiotherapy Post-Fractures?
6014
How Long Do You Need Physiotherapy Post-Fractures?
View more health tips