{"id":10838,"date":"2022-03-21T10:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-21T10:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/?p=10838"},"modified":"2022-04-11T07:34:24","modified_gmt":"2022-04-11T07:34:24","slug":"know-the-finger-deformity-causes-symptoms-and-treatment-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/know-the-finger-deformity-causes-symptoms-and-treatment-process\/","title":{"rendered":"Know the Finger Deformity Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Finger Deformity: <\/strong>In these conditions, it affects a layer of tissue that lies under the skin of your palm. Knots of tissue form under the skin, eventually creating a thick cord that can pull one or more fingers into a bent position. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/finger-reconstruction\/\"><strong>Finger deformity<\/strong><\/a> usually develops over the years. By knowing the causes and symptoms you can consult the best<a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/finger-reconstruction\/\"> finger reconstructive surgeon in Hyderabad<\/a> for Treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What causes finger deformity?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cartilage tissue in your joints can wear away unevenly. Additionally, the ligaments and tissues designed to hold the joints in place grow weaker as inflammatory disease or <strong>rheumatoid arthritis <\/strong>progresses. These 2 developments can cause deformities in your fingers and hands. Other possible causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>finger dislocation<\/li><li>finger fractures<\/li><li>osteoarthritis<\/li><li>deep cuts<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Symptoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Signs of <a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/finger-reconstruction\/\"><strong>finger deformity<\/strong> <\/a>will develop immediately following an injury to the finger or may develop within a week to 4 weeks later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The finger at the middle joint can not be straightened, and therefore the fingertip cannot be bent.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Pain and Swelling occur and continue on the top of the finger&#8217;s middle joint.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Treatments<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/finger-reconstruction\/\"><strong>Finger Deformity<\/strong><\/a> must be treated early to help you retain the full range of motion in the finger. Depending on the severity, there are both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options for treating finger deformity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nonsurgical treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mild cases of finger deformity usually don&#8217;t require surgery. Some Nonsurgical treatment is commonly preferred and may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Splinting: <\/strong>The most common treatment for finger deformity is splint will be applied to the finger at the middle joint to straighten it. The splint creates pressure to immobilize and straighten the finger. It also allows and helps the end joint of the finger to bend. It is vital to wear the splint continuously for the recommended period. It usually takes 6 weeks for a young patient and 3 to 4 weeks for an elderly patient. Following this period of immobilization, you may still have to wear the splint at night for a few weeks.<\/li><li><strong>Exercises:<\/strong> Deformity can affect your finger&#8217;s range of motion and flexibility. Your doctor may recommend doing some stretching exercises to improve the strength and flexibility in the affected finger, such as.<\/li><li><strong>Medications:<\/strong> If your finger deformity is due to rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, wearing a splint and doing stretching exercises may not be enough. Your doctor may prescribe medication, including corticosteroid injections, to Reduce Swelling and inflammation. Doctors also instruct you to wear a splint to your finger while taking medication.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Surgical Treatment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In some cases, finger deformities require surgery. Surgery is often done in cases caused by advanced rheumatoid arthritis or severe injuries. There are several different approaches for surgically treating a finger deformity, including:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>cutting and releasing tendons<\/li><li>using small screws or wires to straighten the joints<\/li><li>using a piece of the tendon for an affected area from another area&nbsp;<\/li><li>cutting and sewing together damaged tendons<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Surgery can reduce pain and improve functioning. It generally takes about 12 to 14 weeks to recover from these surgeries, and you may have limited use of your affected hand during that period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/\">Sarayu cosmetic surgery in Hyderabad<\/a> and <strong>the best cosmetic surgeon in Hyderabad <\/strong>is a well-equipped clinic that is a centre for comprehensive surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures provided by the expert <a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/cosmetic\/\">cosmetic surgeon in Hyderabad<\/a> dermatologist provided services successfully during the past decade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beauty and wellness give a tremendous aesthetic shape to your hand with the <a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/finger-reconstruction\/\">best finger reconstruction surgery <\/a>in Hyderabad provided by Dr Sasikanth Maddu, best<a href=\"https:\/\/drsasikanth.com\/finger-reconstruction\/\"> finger reconstructive surgeon in Hyderabad<\/a>. This finger reconstruction surgery is mainly helpful for people suffering from split nails, injured fingertips, glabrous pulp, etc.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finger Deformity: In these conditions, it affects a layer of tissue that lies under the skin of your palm. Knots of tissue form under the skin, eventually creating a thick cord that can pull one or more fingers into a bent position. Finger deformity usually develops over the years. 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