Suggest treatment for swelling and bruises on finger
Patient: 43 years old. Ring finger got caught somehow putting bike front tire on. Heard a snap sound from finger when finger dip hyperextended. Xray negative. Two weeks splint. Still swelling and bruising after 5 days ibuprofen 800. Do I still continue with the splinting? Doctor: Hello,I think you have developed mallet finger. In this condition there is tendon injury and that causes pain and swelling that lasts for some time three to four weeks. I would suggest you to continue wear splint for two more weeks. Burden needs to be continued 400 mg twice daily for seven to eight days.I hope these steps will be helpful for you.Let me know if there is any other followup questions.thanks