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Thumb jammed by volleyball
While playing volleyball, I thumb got injured. Now it is getting blue in colour. I am unable to move thumb properly. What should I do??
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Apply ice pack and x-ray firstly if x-ray is ok then meet physiotherapist
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Hi, you need to get an x-ray to confirm there is no fracture, if so you can meet your physiotherapist for further management. But first rule out fracture. Take care
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Strictly Avoid heating for next 1 week
Put your hand in icy cool water for 10 min repeat the same every two hour. For next 3 days
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Go for an x ray
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Take xray of same bone, it can be fracture or just a ligament sprain, if xray is normal than visit a physiotherapist
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Hot fomentation.
Gentle Stretching .
Ball exercises.
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There is a muscle strain that caused bluishness,you need to have a proper assessment of your problem for this you can consult us online.
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Dr. Gautam JK Tawari
Sports Medicine Surgeon
23 yrs exp
Mumbai
see a specialist hand surgeon. orthopaedic
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