Sprained Thumb or UCL Damage

[KevDawg]

A couple months back someone fell on my thumb forcing into an awkward position. It felt sore initially, but the next morning it was swollen, bruised and I could barely move it. I thought I would give it some time and chalked it up as a sprain. I had no power behind my grasp initially, but over time my grasp and mobility came back. However, months later, my grip strength is almost back to normal with some slight discomfort in certain grips. The mobility is pretty much there with a tiny bit of discomfort on the inside of my thumb at full bend. My thumb seems stable. My biggest concern is this bump at the base of my thumb. I fear it maybe an avulsion fracture.

I am scheduling an appointment with an orthopedic next week, but I wanted to see if anyone had advice or experiences with this or what it sounds like. I dont know if you can have an avulsion fracture without tearing the ligament. If it will just heal if I splint it for an extended period.

[KevDawg]

Additionally, I am still very active, which probably doesn't help. It doesn't inhibit me too much, but it can be a bit sore afterwards