Finger Injury

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

  • You think you need to be seen
  • Finger joint can't be opened (straightened) and closed (bent) completely
  • Cut or scrape and it's been more than 10 years since last tetanus booster (5 years for dirty cuts and scrapes)

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