How to Reduce Swelling After Hand Injury?

How to Reduce Swelling After Hand Injury?

Following are some ways to help reduce hand swelling after Injury:
《1》Elevation
It’s important to elevate your arm above your heart. Often, you can do this comfortably by lying on your back and gently resting your hand on several pillows. You should keep your hand elevated for several days after Injury.
《2》Ice
Applying an ice pack can also bring down swelling and inflammation. This also relieves pain by dulling the nerve signals sent to your brain.
Remember: Do NOT place ice directly on your skin. Instead, wrap it in a towel. You can use ice even if you have a splint or bulky dressing if you’re able to keep these completely dry.
《3》Finger Movement
We need to place an important caveat here: This depends upon the type of hand injury you have had and what parts of your hand have been affected. In general, if it’s okay to move the fingers, they will be outside the surgical dressing. Gently bending your fingers toward your palm and extending them will help minimize swellin