Category: General Health
Question: Six weeks ago I had broken my ring finger and went to see a doctor a plaster cast was put joining my ring n small finger together to my wrist After six weeks nw yesterday the cast has been removed but I cant bend my small n ring finger nor close them to a fist
Answer: Hi Munira

Sorry to hear about your complaints

Injuries such as the one that you had usually require patience in the rehabilitation phase Im not entirely sure of the extent of the injury or what conversations you may have had with your doctor about the care of your finger post cast removal but I will advice patience

Dont rush the process attempt moving the finger always but not to the same degree as you would have if you had not had that injury 

As you exercise it more and more the finger should return to full functionality with time
Category: General Health
Question: Six weeks ago I had broken my ring finger and went to see a doctor a plaster cast was put joining my ring n small finger together to my wrist After six weeks nw yesterday the cast has been removed but I cant bend my small n ring finger nor close them to a fist
Answer: Hi Munira 

Usually when a cast is removed it is not unusual to experience certains things such as pain swelling and in this case stiffness of the joints involved and sometimes muscle atrophy This can last a few days to weeks depending on how long the cast was on for and what you have started doing since removal of the cast 

As this is normal it is important that a repeat xray is done to ensure a correct fusion of the bones followed by some medications if indicated and most importantly physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is the best way to improve the strength and flexibility of your fingers and help you return to activity within a few weeks
A physiotherapist will design a range of techniques that suits your needs and in most cases will ensure you can do the exercises at home These exercises are important to ensure you give yourself the best chance of a full recovery 

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Category: General Health
Question: Six weeks ago I had broken my ring finger and went to see a doctor a plaster cast was put joining my ring n small finger together to my wrist After six weeks nw yesterday the cast has been removed but I cant bend my small n ring finger nor close them to a fist
Answer: Hello Munira

Good morning 

Just give it some time and soon you will be able to fold into a fist The thing is this that joint had been placed in one position for a long time and it would take some time for you to be able to regain full mobility of the joint 

I suggest you keep moving and folding it to whatever extent is possible from time to time it would help with the stiffness 

I hope this helps 

Cheers