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A sprain is a type of acute injury which results from the stretching or tearing of a ligament. Depending on the severity of the sprain, the movement on the joint can be compromised since ligaments aid in the stability and support of joints. Sprains are commonly seen in vulnerable areas such as the wrists, knees and ankles.
Sprains are characterized by swelling of the joint, reduced range of motion, and pain. [5] A finger sprain involves damage to the ligaments attached to the affected joint. [11] Most often these include collateral ligaments. These are ligaments on the lateral and medial side of the finger joint. It is more common to injure both at the same time. [7]
Finger sprains occur when the ligaments which are attached to the bone are overstretched and this results in pain, swelling, and difficulty for moving the finger. Common examples of a sprain are jammed or twisted fingers. These injuries are common among ball players but can also occur in laborers and handy men. When finger sprains are not ...
Although most sprains can be managed without surgery, severe injuries may require tendon grafting or ligament repair based on the individual's circumstances. [22] The amount of rehabilitation and time needed for recovery will depend on the severity of the sprain. [23] A foot sprain is an injury to the ligaments that connect bones within the foot.
A mallet finger, also known as hammer finger or PLF finger or Hannan finger, is an extensor tendon injury at the farthest away finger joint. [2] This results in the inability to extend the finger tip without pushing it. [3] There is generally pain and bruising at the back side of the farthest away finger joint. [3]
Ability to extend the fingers in all directions appears to improve more slowly. Hard casts are rarely required, and soft casts or splints can be removed for brief periods of time to allow for cleaning and drying the skin underneath the splint. [11] Pain from injury varies person to person as with most injuries.
A hand imitating an ulnar claw. The metacarpophalangeal joints of the 4th and 5th fingers are extended and the Interphalangeal joints of the same fingers are flexed.. An ulnar claw, also known as claw hand or Spinster’s Claw, is a deformity or an abnormal attitude of the hand that develops due to ulnar nerve damage causing paralysis of the lumbricals.
Rest: Rest is necessary to accelerate healing and reduce the potential for re-injury. Ice: Apply ice to induce vasoconstriction, which will reduce blood flow to the site of injury. Never ice for more than 20 minutes at a time. Compression: Wrap the strained area with a soft-wrapped bandage to reduce further diapedesis and promote lymphatic ...