Metacarpal fractures can take more than a month to heal.
Treatment for metacarpal fractures usually includes not moving the finger while it heals, pain relief, and rehabilitation.
In severe cases, surgery might be needed.
Verywell / Jessica Olah
A metacarpal fracture can be very painful.
In severe cases, such as crush injuries,external fixationis needed.
In this surgery, external hardware is attached to the bone fragments to hold them in place.
Summary
A broken finger bone or metacarpal fracture is a common but painful injury.
Youll need to see a provider to get diagnosed with a metacarpal fracture.
In some cases, you might need surgery.
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