What are the symptoms of a broken finger?

What are the symptoms of a broken finger?

If you fracture your finger, pain is likely the first symptom you’ll notice. Your finger may also look oddly shaped or out of alignment. Other broken finger symptoms may include:

• Bruising.
• Numbness.
• Problems bending your finger.
• Redness.
• Stiffness.
• Swelling.
• Tenderness.

You may still be able to move your finger even though it’s broken. But moving it will usually cause pain. Sometimes the pain will be dull and not too much for you to bear.

You should still see a provider even if you can tolerate the pain. The chances of successful treatment increase the sooner your treatment starts.