Edema after finger dislocation is usually related to scarring, inflammation and infection, re-fracture and other factors, which can be treated with general treatment, conservative treatment, medication or surgery according to the cause of the disease.
1. Scar sclerosis: It is considered that scar sclerosis is formed because the soft tissues have not fully recovered. It is recommended to accelerate blood circulation and reduce swelling by applying hot compresses, as well as insisting on functional training.
2. Aseptic inflammation and infection: If the surrounding tissues are damaged in the process of reset, it is easy to cause aseptic inflammation and infection, which will lead to swelling of the wound. Cefixime, cephradine and other drugs should be taken orally as prescribed by the doctor to reduce inflammation. If the pain symptoms are serious, then oral ibuprofen for pain.
3. Re-fracture: If the operation is not done properly during manipulation or surgical repositioning, it may cause the 2nd fracture, which is easy to cause local swelling. The situation can be understood through film examination, to determine the fracture is caused by the need for timely surgical repositioning, and then fixed with a splint to prevent displacement.
If the finger is still swollen after the current dislocation and the swelling is more serious, we should consult the doctor promptly and analyze the cause of the disease through X-ray examination.