What is an avulsion fracture of the finger?

An avulsion fracture occurs when a tendon or ligament that is attached to the bone pulls a piece of the fractured bone off. Avulsion fractures can happen anywhere in the body but are most common in the ankle, hip, finger, and foot. They are more common in children than adults, but often affect adults who play sports.

How do you heal a finger wound?

How to treat a cut finger

1. Clean the wound. Gently clean the cut by wiping away blood or dirt with little water and diluted antibacterial liquid soap.
2. Treat with antibiotic ointment.
3. Cover the wound.
4. Elevate the finger.
5. Apply pressure.

What is pulp of finger?

The pulp of a finger is the fleshy mass on the palmar aspect of the extremity of the finger.

How long does a finger avulsion fracture take to heal?

How long does it take to recover from avulsion fractures? You might need to wear a cast or splint for a few weeks. Fractures usually take about three to 12 weeks to heal completely.

What is an open fracture?

Open fracture (compound fracture): The bone pokes through the skin and can be seen. Or a deep wound exposes the bone through the skin. Closed fracture (simple fracture). The bone is broken, but the skin is intact.

Is an avulsion an open wound?

Skin avulsion is a wound that happens when skin is torn from your body during an accident or other injury. The torn skin may be lost or too damaged to be repaired, and it must be removed. A wound of this type cannot be stitched closed because there is tissue missing.

How long does it take for skin to grow back on finger?

You have cut the tip of your finger partially or completely off. For this type of injury, it’s best to let the wound heal on its own by growing new skin from the sides. Depending on the size of the wound, it will take from 2 to 6 weeks for the wound to fill in with new skin.

How is avulsion fracture of the finger treated?

Treatment of an avulsion fracture typically includes resting and icing the affected area, followed by controlled exercises that help restore range of motion, improve muscle strength and promote bone healing. Most avulsion fractures heal very well without surgical intervention.

What does an avulsion fracture feel like?

You may feel a pop and sudden pain when the fracture occurs. You will probably have some pain and swelling in the area of the fracture. Sometimes the area will be bruised. Symptoms usually improve after the injury heals.