Boutonniere Deformity Of Finger Treatment
Can this condition be treated? What Boutonniere Deformity Of Finger treatment options are available? Learn more below about the current treatments available to patients.
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How to Treat Boutonniere Deformity Of Finger
Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Treatment options include the following:
Medication
Your doctor may recommend the following medications:
- Corticosteroids-to reduce inflammation
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)-to reduce pain and inflammation
Nonsurgical Approaches
For milder cases, the treatment is nonsurgical and may involve:
- Splinting
- Applied to the middle joint to fully extend it
- Used for 3-6 weeks
- Stretching and strengthening exercises
- Other techniques: massage , ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation
If your finger does not improve, you may need surgery.
Surgery
Surgery is needed in severe cases. This may include when the tendon is cut or when the deformity has lasted a long time. Surgery generally does not return your finger to the way it was working before the injury. But, you may have some improvement. After surgery, you will have to do exercises to strengthen the finger.
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