What's a Smashed Finger?
A Smashed Finger Is a Common Injury That Occurs When a Heavy Object or an Object with Enough Force Behind It Impacts the Finger. Common Causes Include Dropping...
A smashed finger is a common injury that occurs when a heavy object or an object with enough force behind it impacts the finger. Common causes include dropping an object on the finger, hitting it with a hammer, or closing a finger in a door. A smashed finger may cause: inflammation. redness.
How do you tell if smashed finger is broken?
- The fracture site is very swollen.
- The affected finger appears unnatural or deformed.
- The fracture site is tender and bruised.
- You have difficulty moving the affected finger completely.
How long should a smashed finger stay swollen?
The fingertip will usually stay a little bit swollen permanently, but it should not interfere with function. It will take longer than you think is reasonable, about six to twelve months, for the swelling to go down as much as it will.
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