Finger or Toe Injury

Home Care Advice - Smashed or Crushed Fingertip or Toe

Smashed or Crushed Fingertip or Toe

  • Wash the finger (or toe) with soap and water for 5 minutes.
  • Trim any small pieces of torn skin with a fine scissors cleaned with rubbing alcohol.
  • Cover any cuts with an antibiotic ointment and Band-Aid. Change daily.
  • Give acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) or ibuprofen as necessary for pain relief.

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