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Dear TAI Experts: I dislocated the IP joint in my thumb. The hospital set it back in place and the x-rays looked good to the doctor. It's been about ten days. I have blood flow, sensitivity and some range of motion so I think it is healing properly with very little pain. What kind of therapy can I do to get it healing faster? Is it O.K. to push/bend my thumb gently to keep my range of motion? Should I keep it in a splint without moving it? Again: I have some range of motion and very little pain. Please advise. ... read more »

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Dear TAI Experts: I dislocated the tip of my left thumb during an accident two and a half weeks ago. It was set back in place at the emergency room. I wore a splint for a week and now I would like to start physical therapy. Is it too early to begin stretching my ligaments and trying to regain flexibilty in my thumb? Also, what are some exercises I can do while at work or home to strengthen my injured joint? ... read more »

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Dear TAI Experts: I injured my wrist two months ago when I fell off my bike and landed directly on my wrist. I had one x-ray which was clear while under evaluation, although they suspected a scaphoid fracture, and I was informed it was sprained. However, if I move my wrist up and down (as if I was shaking hands from my wrist), the movement causes a loud, hollow clicking sound and the joint feels slightly less stable when making that movement. Should I get my wrist evaluated by a physician again? What sort of injury could this be and what can I do to prevent long term damage? ... read more »