I think I sprained my right thumb (ulnar collateral ligament, skier's thumb) so I went to my doctor... he was pretty much helpless because he didn't even help me splint it, didn't tell me when and which exercises to do for rehab, and just gave me 2 weeks off of gym when I'm going to need more time off than that (if I go there I can get more doctor notes, but it is very annoying considering this injury takes much longer than 2 weeks to heal) ... I did get a xray and it showed no broken bones. So should I go to another general doctor or like a specialist on hands?
2007-01-16 09:00:14 · 5 answers · asked by JL989 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
CONTINUING CARE
If the doctor does not apply a cast, tape or elastic bandage:
Continue using an ice pack 3 or 4 times a day. Place ice chips or cubes in a plastic bag. Wrap the bag in a moist towel, and place it over the injured thumb. Use for 20 minutes at a time.
After 72 hours, apply heat instead of ice, if it feels better. Use heat lamps, hot soaks, hot showers, heating pads, or heat liniments or ointments.
Take whirlpool treatments, if available.
Massage gently and often to provide comfort and decrease swelling.
MEDICATION
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For minor discomfort, you may use: Aspirin, acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Topical liniments and ointments.
Your doctor may prescribe: Stronger pain relievers. Injection of a long-acting local anesthetic to reduce pain. Injection of a corticosteroid, such as triamcinolone, to reduce inflammation.
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2007-01-16 09:12:51 · answer #1 · answered by geekieintx 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-07 06:24:59 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A general practicioner should do the trick just fine. Unless you shattered bones in your hand, or tore cartilage or ligaments...you won't need a specialist.
2007-01-16 09:04:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Orthopedic hand specialist should do it.
2007-01-16 09:03:38 · answer #4 · answered by Sassy OLD Broad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
duh
2007-01-16 09:51:42 · answer #5 · answered by vanessa g 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋