Gamekeepers Thumb
Overusing the thumb for long periods while playing games, falling on an outstretched thumb, or catching a ball with an extending thumb can cause a gamekeeper’s thumb. In addition, arthritis and nicotine use can make your thumb more prone to damage and injury.
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Buy NowYou can take initial treatments like rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medicines, and elevating the thumb. These can help to reduce swelling and pain. Thumb splints or braces that support and immobilize the thumb are also essential for faster healing.
Mild or severe thumb injuries may require physiotherapy and immobilization to regain the thumb’s strength. More than 90% of UCL injuries will heal with proper care and bracing throughout the injury recovery process. The bracing of a thumb provides support according to the natural curve of the palm.
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They can help prevent your thumb from moving and stabilize your sprained or fractured thumb.
Doctors always recommend immobilising a thumb in a cast or splint. You should wear a splint continuously for at least 03 weeks or so. You may remove the splint after 03 to 04 weeks to perform hand therapy and exercises.
Gamekeepers Thumb (ulnar collateral ligament) is usually caused by hyperextension of the thumb joint (metacarpophalangeal). It usually occurs when someone falls onto their thumb or if the thumb gets hit with something.
A Gamekeeper’s Thumb injury cannot heal on its own. Usually, you will have outpatient surgery (the patient can go home within the same day of surgery).
You have gamekeepers’ thumb or ulnar collateral ligament injury if you are feeling:
- Pain and swelling at the base of your thumb
- Bruising at the bottom of your thumb
- Difficulty in pinching, grasping and throwing objects.
Immobilise your thumb immediately with an elastic bandage or brace to reduce pain. To minimise swelling, apply ice to the affected areas.
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