Posted on 09 Aug 2024
Fingertip injuries are one of the most common types of serious injury, not just at the workplace but at home or during play. They can take many forms and be especially painful because of the dense nerves in the fingertips. If you experience a serious fingertip injury, it can even impact your long-term mobility. Here’s what to know about fingertip injuries and how a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in hand surgery can help.
What Causes Fingertip Injuries?
Fingertip injuries can take many different forms, but the three most common types are crush injuries, lacerations (cuts), and sports injuries. These can result in breakages, misalignments, deep cuts, nail damage, and even an inability to fully straighten the fingertip joint. These injuries often occur in workplaces or while playing sports, especially if appropriate protection isn’t worn. Since we use our hands and fingers almost constantly, an injury can be sudden and extremely disruptive to our day-to-day functioning.
Fingertip Injury Treatments
The goal of any fingertip injury treatment is to help you regain function, free of pain and discomfort. Surgery is sometimes necessary to repair the structure in the case of more severe injuries where bone is exposed. However, minor injuries can often heal on their own. Some injuries are more complex and require physical therapy to regain mobility and recover strength. Our hand surgeons and certified hand therapist will work with you to develop a treatment plan and ensure it fits your needs.
Everyone’s lifestyle is different, and we’ll take into account your goals while we focus on treatment. We also focus on safety and can help you learn more about ways to keep yourself safe in the future.
Fingertip Injury Recovery
Recovery from a fingertip injury can be long, especially when focused on recovering your mobility and function. Whether you undergo surgery or not, you’ll work with our certified hand therapist to ensure you’re healing correctly and regaining the function you need from day to day. You might also undergo steps such as removing stitches, wearing a cast, or doing exercises to rebuild muscle. In the rare event that you have longer-term challenges to your mobility and function, our team is here to help you adapt and thrive.
Fingertip Injury Management in Salem, OR
At Neaman Hand Therapy & Surgery, we offer comprehensive care for fingertip injuries and a variety of other conditions affecting the hand and upper extremities. We invite you to meet with our team of hand surgeons and therapists to learn more about your treatment options to regain your vibrant lifestyle. Contact us today through our online form to get started.
