Cause
Repeated impacts or stretching may injure or inflame the ligaments, tendons or joint capsule in the finger. It may also occur when your finger is hit head-on while catching a ball, causing a tear in the tendon or ligament, or even fracture the bone.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
In mild cases, you may feel pain when stretching. Partly-torn ligaments may bleed, causing bulges and pain. You may be unable to straighten the end joint of the injured finger when the ligaments are torn completely.
Procedures and Treatments
Rest the finger and take anti-inflammatory medication. A finger-supporting brace may be used to stabilise the finger's end joint for 6 to 12 weeks. Surgery may also be necessary in severe cases.
High-Risk Sports
Rugby, Basketball, Volleyball. Goalkeepers are particularly vulnerable.
Contact Us
Happy Valley
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