Dislocation of the finger is a common injury in boxing or after a fall on an open hand. The history, the pain, and the obvious deformity make the diagnosis simple.
TREATMENT: Reduction is achieved by steady pulling on the finger. When muscle spasm is overcome the displaced bone slips back into position as the finger is bent. Apply a small splint to the palm surface of the finger for 14 days, but see that it is removed each day and the finger well exercised to prevent stiffness. If there is any doubt full recovery from the injury, the patient should be seen by a doctor at he earliest opportunity.
