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What is the treatment for a broken finger?

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Broken fingers should be treated by medical professionals; however, a person can minimize some pain and stabilize the injury on the way to seeking medical treatment.

  • To reduce swelling and bruising, apply ice to the injured finger on the way to an emergency department. Do not apply ice directly to the skin; put a towel between the ice and the finger.
  • Make a splint to immobilize the finger. A Popsicle stick or pen may be placed next to the broken finger, and then wrap something around the stick and the finger to hold it in place.
  • Keep the injured finger elevated.

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