After a finger fracture, normal function can be restored in about 3 to 6 months after regular examination and treatment.
After a finger fracture, you should go to a regular hospital for a complete examination and choose the appropriate treatment according to the examination. Depending on the condition of the fracture, the treatment may include conservative treatment such as plaster (or brace fixation), Kirschner’s pin fixation, steel plate fixation, etc. The treatment will take about 3~6 months. Normal function can be restored in about 3~6 months after treatment.
No matter what kind of treatment is used, the main purpose is to restore the function of the finger. Therefore, in the early stage of immobilization, it is still necessary to carry out appropriate functional break exercise under the guidance of the doctor, mainly to prevent the stiffness of the wrist joint and other conditions.