Health Tip: Spot the Signs of a Fractured Thumb

By:
On:
In: Arthritis, Bones & Joints

Health Tip: Spot the Signs of a Fractured Thumb

(HealthDay News) — A painful thumb may be more than an inconvenience — it may signal a fracture that needs a doctor’s care.

The American Academy of Orthopaedic surgeons says symptoms of a fractured thumb may include:

  • Significant pain or tenderness.
  • Coldness or numbness.
  • Swelling of the thumb.
  • Difficulty or inability to move the thumb.
  • A thumb that appears misshapen.

Copyright © 2024 HealthDay. All rights reserved.