परिभाषा
A finger fracture is a break in any of the bones in a finger. Each finger consists of three bones called the phalanges. The thumb has only two phalanges.
का कारण बनता है
A finger fracture is caused by trauma to the finger. Trauma includes:
- फॉल्स
- चल रही है
- टक्कर
- Severe twists
जोखिम कारक
A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting an injury.
General risk factors for fractures include:
- बढ़ती उम्र
- Post-menopause
- ऑस्टियोपोरोसिस
- खराब पोषण
- हड्डी की कुछ जन्मजात स्थितियाँ
- संपर्क खेलों में भाग लेना
- हिंसा
लक्षण
लक्षणों में शामिल हैं:
- दर्द, अक्सर गंभीर
- Swelling and tenderness
- Inability to move finger without pain or difficulty
- Possible deformity at fracture site
निदान
The doctor will ask about your symptoms, your physical activity, and how the injury occurred. The injured finger will be examined. The doctor may order x-rays of the finger to determine which bones are broken and the type of fracture.
उपचार
उपचार चोट की गंभीरता पर निर्भर करेगा। उपचार में शामिल हैं:
- Putting the pieces of the bone back in place, which in some cases may requireanesthesia and/or surgery
- जब तक हड्डी अपने आप ठीक न हो जाए तब तक टुकड़ों को एक साथ रखना
The doctor will put the bones back into place. This is usually done without surgery. However, if your fracture is severe, you may need pins, screws, or small plates to hold the bones in place. Each of these will require surgery. Pins may only require minor surgery, performed under local anesthesia.
Your finger will be put in a splint or cast to hold your finger motionless and to protect it. You will need to wear the splint or cast as long as your doctor recommends (usually 3-6 weeks). Your doctor may order x-rays during the healing time to ensure that the bones have not shifted position.
अभ्यास
When your doctor decides you are ready, start range-of-motion and strengtheningexercises. This is as important as the surgery. You may be referred to a physical therapist to assist you with these exercises.
If you are diagnosed with a finger fracture, follow your doctor’s instructions.
रोकथाम
To help prevent finger fractures:
- Do not put yourself at risk for trauma to the fingers:
- Learn to practice correct technique in sports. Wear proper padding and safety equipment when participating in sports or physical activities.
- कैल्शियम और विटामिन डी से भरपूर आहार लें।
- Do weight-bearing and upper body-strengthening exercises to build strong bones.