If the patient has no skin lesions from the trauma, he should rest more when there is swelling of the joint and avoid repeated repetition of the same action on the finger joints, causing repeated friction on the joint surface and causing cumulative strain injury. cold compresses should be applied to the finger within 24 hours to relieve pain. after 48 hours, hot compresses should be applied to the area to promote local blood circulation and also gentle centripetal massage of the finger joints to promote centripetal return of body fluids. If symptoms do not improve or recur, seek medical attention.