Title: Jammed vs. Broken Finger: How Can I Tell? | Alexander Orthopaedic
Headings: Jammed vs. Broken Finger: How Can I Tell?
Jammed vs. Broken Finger: How Can I Tell?
Anatomy of the Finger
Jammed Finger Signs and Symptoms
How to Alleviate Pain from a Jammed Finger
When Should You See a Doctor for a Jammed Finger?
What Causes a Broken Finger?
Signs and Symptoms of a Broken Finger
Common Types of Fractures In a Broken Finger
Broken Finger Treatment Options
At-Home Treatment Before You Go to the Doctor.
Treatment at the Doctor’s Office.
Follow-Up Procedures.

Content: If you have an injured, jammed or broken finger, you may harm or increase the severity of the injury by moving it. Rest is one of the keys to success. Ice the jammed finger. Wrap ice in a paper towel or cloth and place it on your injured finger. This will help reduce the swelling. If possible, ice for 20 minutes every hour. Tape your fingers. Tape your injured finger to the finger beside it. This will immobilize your jammed finger and serve as a splint. Taping your fingers together will help secure the healing process by lessening injuries to your jammed finger.