Mom to Aly Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 I slammed the top of my fingers, the part above the top bend, on the bottom of my nail, about 1/2 hour ago. They were caught for about 10 seconds before I could get them out, and by the time I did, the nails were completely purple, the fingers were more than double their size, and I was screaming in pain (I've broken many bones & ruptured two discs in my back--takes a lot to make me react to pain). I still can't even touch an ice bag wrapped in a towel because they hurt so much--but can you break anything in that part of your finger? &, if so, is there anything they could do for you at the hosp? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Well, there is a bit of bone up there, so in case you shattered it (!!!) you might need an x-ray. Decent pain meds, at least. Is there someone who could drive you? You poor thing! I only slammed one finger once, so to catch so many - OUCH!!!:eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizabeth Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Oh noooo!!!I was injured like this when a spring broke in a clock I was repairing . You need to go in the nail matrix could be damaged, you might need a tetanus booster if the flesh was broken and for goodness sake pain meds are perfectly ok...I wish I could sit with you I know how much this hurts-please go in if for no other reason than splinting and pain relief. Best of luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 I have broken a finger right about that spot before. They gave me a splint. I went to an ortho for several checks to make sure I was able to use it properly. They gave me therapy exercises to do as well. I did not go that night, but the next day. I was warming up for a volleyball game and caught it wrong, flipping the tip back. I thought I jammed it so I taped it up and played. It hurt! And it hurt the next day, so I went in and had it checked. It was fractured. I hope you get some pain relief! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 I broke my finger after a door slammed on my hand-the top portion was crushed. I went to ER, they took an x-ray and gave me antibiotics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom to Aly Posted July 13, 2008 Author Share Posted July 13, 2008 Thank you all--I guess I must have it checked :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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