How Do You Treat Mallet Finger With A Splint?
If you are unable to straighten your finger then you could very well have mallet finger. Although it may seem bad, there is a simple solution to this problem if you know what to do. In this article you will learn how to treat mallet finger by using a splint. This will give the tendon in your finger the best chance of healing. Determine if you do in fact have mallet finger. This injury occurs in the outer finger joint, the fingertip area. If you notice that you are not able to straighten your finger tip and it dangles, more than likely you have mallet finger. Obtain a splint and athletic tape. Although a splint is preferred, anything that will keep your finger straight should do the trick such as a tongue depressor. Place the splint on the palm side of the injured finger. You need to make sure that the splint is keeping the injured joint area straight, so it will have to be at least as long as the injured joint area and the adjacent joint area that will keep it straight. Secure the spli
