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Finger Dislocation (cont.)

Finger Dislocation Symptoms

A dislocated finger is usually obvious. The finger appears crooked, swollen, and is very painful. It may be bent upward or at strange angles. You probably won’t be able to bend or straighten the finger if it is dislocated.

  • With severe dislocations, you may have numbness or tingling.

  • The injured finger may appear a pale color.

  • The dislocation may cause a break in the skin where the injury has occurred. If this occurs, you should get medical attention right away.



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