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How to treat a fractured pinky toe

A broken pinky toe is a serious injury that is in violation of the structural integrity of the most fragile bones in the human body, forming the fifth toe. In my little finger as the other fingers of the upper and lower extremities, there are three phalanxes: main, middle and end. Each phalanx can be obtained as a complete fracture in which the bone is divided into separate parts, and an incomplete fracture in which the articulation is retained between the parts of the bone, but breaks down its integrity.

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Incomplete fractures called fissures. Bone fractures according to the degree of violation of the skin are:

  • open;
  • closed.

If skin integrity is not broken, wounds and abrasions there is a closed fracture. If the wound visible bone fragments is an open fracture. Due to the vulnerable location, fractures of the little finger are often accompanied by very unpleasant damaged nail plate.

vidy perelomov trubchatyh kostej If the trauma caused the formation of multiple bone fractures is a compression fracture. Such fractures often occur with little finger crushed finger heavy weight or falling on the foot are very heavy objects.

Open fractures usually are the result of the impact of the sharp, piercing and cutting items, for example, edge metal fence, wood, gravel.

Open fractures often result from falling from height on hard ground, when jumping from the dais. The absolute leader in the number of fractures of the little finger is a fracture of the distal phalanx, the final. Finger fractures of the lower extremity account for about five percent of all fractures of the skeleton, these injuries are quite common. If the result of the separation of the bone fragments change position relative to each other is a displaced fracture if they remain in the periosteum is a fracture without displacement. What are the symptoms of a fracture?

Broken toe, symptoms

stroenie stopyImmediately after the injury the victim feels acute pain at the point of impact. Features of innervation of this area are different, so there are patients who experiencing severe pain and there are those who get minor discomfort.

Further, the fracture develops:

  • swelling, which may square to capture not only the finger but also part of the shank;
  • subcutaneous hematoma, bruising, redness of the skin of the little finger;
  • hematoma under the nail plate, change the nail color on white orbluish-red;
  • blanching the separate segments of the finger;
  • change in skin sensitivity, tingling, numbness;
  • when a displaced fracture visible deformity of the finger, the deviation from the axis at an unnatural angle:
  • when perelomova when at the same time suffering and the joint and the bone change in the nature of bending is particularly noticeable.

polza lda pri pereloma mizincaAn open fracture is almost always accompanied by damage to blood vessels and soft tissue, causing open bleeding. Such fractures are particularly dangerous for human health, and it is important to take measures for the antiseptic treatment of wounds and to stop bleeding. The easiest way is diagnosed concomitant fracture, i.e., simultaneous injury of the distal and of proximal phalanx of the little finger.

Independently to distinguish a badly bruised little finger from a closed fracture without displacement is practically impossible.

Differential diagnosis should be performed by a professional surgeon using x-rays. All the fingers of the lower limbs have similar structure, and at the turn of any of them characteristics will be the same. The specifics of the little finger that are the most vulnerable and fragile bone in the human body. What first aid can be given to the person, if there is a fracture of the big toe, little finger, middle or ring finger?

First aid for broken toe

If there is an open fracture or any other damage to the skin, the first thing you need to disinfect the wound.

vred joda pri glubokih ranahThis should be carefully treated the lesion with an antiseptic solution, for example, hydrogen peroxide, Chlorhexidine, Miramistine. In the case of deep and extensive wounds possibly not need to use iodine, Zelenka and fukortsin, undiluted alcohol and vodka - these antiseptics can cause chemical burns of soft tissues.

All hard antiseptics are well suited for superficial, superficial damage such as scratches, abrasions, cuts.

It is impossible to independently change the position of bones in an open and in a closed fracture. After the wound was disinfected, the bleeding area should be cautious to impose a pressure bandage. If the person providing first aid does not possess sufficient skills of bandaging, it is safest to abstain from this action. For the outflow of blood keep the affected leg in a raised position, and when self-transporting the victim to the emergency room to place it in the back seat of the car.Emergency medical assistance should be called immediately, as the injury has occurred.

The absolute majority of victims of the pinky finger are experiencing severe pain, so the need for anesthesia.

For pain you can use any non-narcotic means, for example, Nurofen or Ibuprofen.

After the arrival of the ambulance crew for medical history, you need to tell us what drug was taken and what was his dosage.

skotchkast dlya fiksacii stopy pri perelome mizincaIf there was a fracture of the big toe (or any other), you should never give the victim alcohol as a pain reliever. A General rule for all fractures: immobilization of land on which there has been damage to the bones, in order to avoid uncontrolled movements.

To fragments of the phalanges of the little finger didn't hurt the joint and the surrounding soft tissues necessary to fix the finger, putting the bus out of any available funds. In the absence of such, you can tape the injured finger to everyone else or to the adjacent toe. When transporting the victim does not have to use your feet as outriggers. To narrow vessels, you can apply an ice compress of ice cubes or bottles with ice water. Emergency care rendered within the first fifteen minutes after injury, plays a significant role, helps prevent complications and promotes the success of the treatment.

Healing of the fracture and complications

On arrival at the trauma point, the victim is given a local anesthetic with an injection of Morphine, of Morphine or other drugs. After that, the surgeon collects medical history, finds out circumstances of the occurred injury. To exclude injury, to determine the extent of damage of joints and to clarify the clinical picture is x-rayed. If the fracture of distal phalanx beneath the nail plate has accumulated a large amount of blood, held its perforation, after which the surgeon manually performs the reposition of bone fragments, restore the correct anatomical position of the bones. The compression fracture may require treatment by the imposition of compression-distraction apparatus is a special spokes for holding of bone fragments in the desired position. Gypsum is sometimes used used other pills - is a modern material for fixation. The recovery time is very individual and depends on:

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  • the severity of the injury;
  • the age of the victim;
  • the body's ability to regenerate bonetissue;
  • proper conduct reduction;
  • the presence or absence of complications.

In children of any injury heals much faster than older people - is equipped with a large number periosteum contributes to the rapid formation of new bone. If the fracture with displacement between the two articular surfaces of bones pinching the nerves, may develop a pathological violation of skin sensitivity. If the damage of joint and ligaments of the function of the little finger can be partially or completely lost. Getting into the wound staph, strep or fungal infection threatens inflammation, phlegmon, and in the most severe cases, even leads to amputation of the limb due to necrosis. Complications may develop immediately after injury and for a long time (several years).

Recovery after injury

To wear a cast or used other pills need up to six months. If there are any complications, the period is extended. Full rehabilitation usually takes two months, but it's also individual. For developing muscles and joint and ligaments of the victim finger victim is assigned to the following rehabilitation activities:

  • therapeutic massage which can be done both independently and with the help of loved ones or a qualified professional;
  • physiotherapy - specially selected set of exercises that aims at the return to normal of the muscular frame of the injured finger;
  • laser and magnetic therapy;
  • acupuncture.

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Physiotherapy can be done at home by yourself, following the recommendation of the attending physician. For responsible attitude to the rehabilitation period of a broken toe will heal quickly and painlessly.