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: How to Alleviate Pain from a Jammed Finger
Always see a medical professional if you believe you have a serious injury. In the meantime, these at-home methods can help alleviate the pain associated with a jammed finger. Take Ibuprofen. Ibuprofen can reduce swelling and help the pain, even for a broken or jammed finger. Read the instructions on the bottle closely and follow the dosage recommendations there. Test your finger’s mobility. If you try to move or bend your finger and feel a sharp pain and experience a lack of motion, you may have a broken finger. If this is the case, see a doctor right away. Rest the injured finger. One of the most important things is to rest your finger.