What is Mallet Finger Injury Treatment?
A splint will be applied to keep the finger in a straight position at the end joint.
Severe mallet fractures sometimes require surgical treatment, especially if the fracture is large or has allowed the end joint to drop out of alignment.
What is the Mallet Finger Injury Treatment Outcome?
Mallet finger injuries treated by splintage will heal satisfactorily leaving normal function in the affected finger.
Mallet fractures may leave a small bump on the top of the end joint and slight loss of bending of the joint, but pain is rare and the finger generally functions well.
What are the Symptoms of Mallet Finger Injury?
- Pain and swelling over the end of the finger.
- The end of the finger lies in a bent position.
- Inability to hold the finger straight at the end joint.
An x-ray should be taken to look for a fracture.
Dr Kevin Yip, Orthopaedic Specialist
