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==See Also==
==See Also==
*[[Hand Non-Fracture DDx]]
*[[Radiograph-Negative Hand and Finger Injuries]]


==Source==
==Source==

Revision as of 06:22, 4 January 2014

Background

  • Tenosynovitis of the flexor sheath of the finger as a result of repetitive use

Treatment

  1. Conservative therapy
    1. rest
    2. NSAIDs
    3. immobilization (buddy tape or finger splint)
  2. Refractory cases may require steroid injection or surgery

See Also

Source

  • Tintinalli
  • Atlas of Emergency Medicine
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