How is a phalangeal fracture treated?

Your fracture can be treated with splinting, taping or casting (or a combination of all three of these). Generally a cast is only used for treating phalangeal fractures for children or individuals who will not be able to keep their fingers safely immobilised with a splint.

How long does it take for a phalanx fracture to heal?

Healing: This normally takes approximately 4-6 weeks to heal. finger to be a bit achy and swollen for a couple of months after this type of injury. splint or you can strap your fingers together for comfort. It is important to use the hand and keep the rest of the finger bending to stop it becoming stiff.

What is a phalangeal fracture?

The hand is the most often injured body part in children. Finger fractures (breaks), especially phalangeal neck (finger) fractures, often happen because of a direct hit to a finger. Many times, this injury happens while a child is playing volleyball, basketball, and other sports.

How long does toe fracture take to heal?

Most broken toes heal well, usually within four to six weeks. Sometimes, a broken toe may become infected or increase the risk of osteoarthritis in that toe in the future.

How long do you have to wear a splint for a distal phalanx fracture?

Immobilization should not include the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint because stiffness there may result. At 3 weeks, the DIP joint should be stretched to achieve maximal range of motion. Figure 3-4 Plaster total contact splint for nondisplaced or minimally displaced fractures of the distal phalanx.

Can a distal phalanx fracture heal on its own?

Often a distal phalanx fracture is a “tuft” fracture, which means that a small fragment or fragments of bone are chipped off the edge of the distal phalanx. These bone injuries do not require wiring or pinning, as they will heal by themselves.

What do you do with a broken distal phalanx?

Distal tuft fractures Since there are few deforming forces about the distal phalanx, these fractures can usually be treated in a closed manner with simple splinting, closed reduction and splinting, or closed reduction and percutaneous fixation.

What does phalangeal mean?

/fəˈlæn.dʒi.əl/ relating to the small bones of the fingers and toes: the phalangeal joint. Bone structures.

How do you heal a distal phalanx fracture?

Since there are few deforming forces about the distal phalanx, these fractures can usually be treated in a closed manner with simple splinting, closed reduction and splinting, or closed reduction and percutaneous fixation.

Can you still walk with a fractured toe?

Although it may be possible to move and walk on your broken toe, you should avoid doing so as this can lead to even greater damage and prolonged healing time.

What is the fastest way to heal a broken toe?

Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE): The RICE method is useful for many types of injuries, including broken toes. It can decrease pain and help the toe heal faster.

How do I know if I broke my distal phalanges?

Stiff Fingers If you have a fingertip fracture, which is called a distal phalanx fracture can happen from and smashing injuries involving the fingernail. These symptoms include a bruising or swelling of the finger pad. Usually, there will also be purple-colored blood under the fingernail known as subungual hematoma.