Title: How do I Treat a Jammed Finger? (with pictures)
Headings: How do I Treat a Jammed Finger?
How do I Treat a Jammed Finger?
Michael Pollick
Assessment
Home Treatment
Aftercare and Pain Relief
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Pain killers such as aspirin are used to ease the pain of a jammed finger. Patients may treat less severe injuries with the doctor-recommended RICE method: rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Typically, you should ice the finger first to reduce the pain and swelling. Adding ice to a sealable plastic bag usually makes a serviceable ice pack, and cold packs for medical use are also available at most drug stores. Don't put ice directly on your hand, because it can cause frostbite. Medical professionals generally recommend applying the ice for about 15 minutes at a time, with a 10 minute break between applications. If there are signs of fracture or dislocation, a jammed finger should be treated at the emergency room. Rest involves immobilizing the jammed finger with a splint.