A jammed finger often heals with icing, resting, and taping to protect it. Ice your finger in 15-minute intervals, and do not ice for more than three intervals in one hour. If the finger does not move ...

A jammed finger can be a common sports injury, and it is usually nothing to worry about. But, if the pain in your finger lingers, you probably should have a physician check it out. Tom Miller, MD, ...

Q: I jammed my finger, and now I can't extend the last joint all the way. What should I do? A: This type of injury is called a mallet finger. With a simple mallet finger injury, the tendon responsible ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Donohue • I'm 17 and play basketball. A basketball hit the tip of my left ring finger and pushed it downward. It really ...