Stiffness and swelling after have pins removed

[Colby8487]

I had my pins taken out Monday from my right index finger this week, and today is Friday. I still have minimal movement and much stiffness. My finger is stuck in the position it was as when the pins were in, and I am still unable to make a fist. Also my top part of my finger is pointed more towards my pinky finger than sitting in the normal position. Is this how it it will stay, or will this get better when my knuckle swelling decreases?

[katopasna]

I have the same issue.  Pins came out last week on ring finger and it looks off. I think because it is swollen and frozen.  

I am curious to know how long the swelling last?  Have you started PT yet?

[KaleemMohdBPT]

I advise you to see a physiotherapist as soon as possible. Few things that can be given to you for improving the movement of your finger and reducing stiffness are

a)  Mobilization with heating modalities (paraffin wax bath) - in this procedure, a liquid like wax is heated to an extent that it can be a bearable temperature, and then the stiff finger is dipped for a few seconds. After few such dips, passive mobilization or assisted mobilization is done by a physiotherapist.

b)  Same as hot water fomentation in which finger is dipped in luke warm water, and then passive mobilization is conducted.

For the problem you mentioned that your finger is pointing towards the pinky finger, there are some options like putting a brace to maintain the normal position. After a while, this brace can be removed.

Again, my advise is that you see a local physiotherapist to discuss your situation, and don't try any of the above suggestions on your own. In case you wish to ask me anything further, feel free to reply on this thread. Hope this helps.

[Colby8487]

I am sorry, I mistakingly put index finger, when I meant to say ring finger. My apologizes