Title: How to Treat a Jammed Finger: 8 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
Headings: How to Treat a Jammed Finger
How to Treat a Jammed Finger
Part 1
of 2:
Managing a Jammed Finger at Home Download Article
PRO
Part 2
of 2:
Getting Treatment for a Jammed Finger Download Article
PRO
Expert Q&A
Tips
References
About This Article
Laura Marusinec, MD
Did this article help you?

Content: You doctor can take x-rays of your hand and check for evidence of fractures and other disease conditions that can cause pain, such as osteoarthritis (the wear and tear type), osteoporosis (brittle bones), or bone infection. Keep in mind that small hairline fractures don't usually show up on x-rays until the swelling goes away. An MRI may be needed to better see the condition of tendons, ligaments, and cartilage in and around your injured finger. 2
See an osteopath or chiropractor. Osteopaths and chiropractors are joint specialists who focus on restoring normal motion and function to spinal and peripheral joints, including those of the hands and fingers. If your finger joint is truly jammed or even slightly dislocated, then an osteopath or chiropractor can use a technique called manual joint manipulation (or an adjustment) to unjam or reposition the affected joint. You can often hear a "popping" or "cracking" sound with an adjustment, which often provides immediate relief and improved joint mobility. Although a single joint adjustment can sometimes completely relieve your finger pain and restore full range of motion to the jammed joint, more than likely it will take a few treatments to notice significant improvement. Manual joint manipulation is not advised if fractures, infections, or inflammatory (rheumatoid) arthritis is involved. 3
Get a referral to an orthopedist.