परिभाषा
A finger sprain is the stretching or tearing of ligaments that support the small joints of the finger. Ligaments are strong bands of tissue that connect bones to each other.
का कारण बनता है
A finger sprain usually results from a blow to the finger. This often occurs during athletic activity when an athlete jams a finger into another person, the ball, or piece of equipment. Finger sprains may also occur in other situations, such as falling on the hand.
जोखिम कारक
A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting an injury. Risk factors for a finger sprain include:
- Playing sports, especially those involving the hands, such as basketball or volleyball
- ख़राब समन्वय
- ख़राब संतुलन
लक्षण
लक्षणों में शामिल हैं:
- Pain and tenderness in the finger
- Pain when moving the finger joint
- Swelling of the finger joint
निदान
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and how you injured your finger. The doctor will examine your finger to assess the stability of the joint and the severity of the injury.
परीक्षण में शामिल हो सकते हैं:
- X-rays—a test that uses radiation to take pictures of structures inside the body to make sure that no bones are broken
- MRI scan—a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of structures inside the body, used in some situations to see if a ligament has torn completely (rarely needed)
Finger sprains are graded according to their severity:
ग्रेड 1
- Stretching and microtearing of ligament tissue
- Stable joint
ग्रेड 2
- लिगामेंट ऊतक का आंशिक रूप से फटना
- जोड़ की हल्की अस्थिरता
ग्रेड 3
- स्नायुबंधन ऊतक का गंभीर या पूर्ण रूप से टूटना
- जोड़ की महत्वपूर्ण अस्थिरता
उपचार
In consultation with your doctor, treatment may include:
आराम
Avoid using the injured finger.
बर्फ़
Apply ice or a cold pack to your finger for 15-20 minutes, four times a day, for several days or until the pain and swelling goes away. Ice helps to reduce pain and swelling in the sprained finger. Wrap the ice or cold pack in a towel. Do not apply the ice directly to your skin.
दबाव
Wrap an elastic compression bandage around your finger. This will limit swelling and support your finger. Be careful not to wrap too tightly because it can cut off the circulation to your finger.
ऊंचाई
Try to hold the injured hand above the level of your heart as much as possible for the first several days or until the swelling goes down. This will help drain fluid and reduce swelling.
दवा
The doctor may recommend:
- Over-the-counter pain medicine (such as, ibuprofen, naproxen, acetaminophen, aspirin)
- Topical pain medicines (such as, cream, patches) that are applied to the skin
- Prescription pain medicine
Splinting and Taping
You may need to wear a splint to immobilize your finger. If you play sports, you may need to tape your finger to the finger next to it when you return to play. Your doctor can show you how to splint or tape your finger.
सर्जरी
Surgery may be needed to repair a finger sprain if:
- A small piece of bone has been broken off by the injury to the ligament.
- A ligament is torn completely.
If you are diagnosed with a finger sprain, follow your doctor’s instructions.
रोकथाम
You can reduce your risk of getting a finger sprain by learning and practicing correct technique in sports and using proper equipment. However, in many cases, sprains cannot be prevented.