It depends on the extent of the finger injury. If it's a plain old paper-cut, then there is no point going to the ER or even the doctor. However, if you have accidentally chopped off a finger and is bleeding profusely, going to the ER might be a better idea.
go see a doctor
Should one find themselves with a mallet finger injury, they can go to Amazon to buy an Oval-8 splint to fix their mallet finger. A mallet finger is a painful injury where the tip of one's finger is drooping because of a tendon injury in one's hand.
Finger pain can be caused by injury, infection, diseases, arthritis, or even Reynaud's syndrome. Have a doctor evaluate the condition for possible treatment options.
Following a shoulder injury, any exercises should be discussed with your doctor beforehand. Sometimes if your injury has not healed properly, exercises can actually make the injury worse. Your doctor should be able to advise you which exercises will be safe considering your injury.
If the injury is to your foot you will want to seek out a podiatrist. That would be a doctor that specializes in foot injuries.
kiss the poor little finger
"That depends on the type and severity of the finger injury: if your finger is cut, clean the wound and apply a bandage. If the finger is burned, run it under cold water and cover it with a bandage. For a severe injury, call 911 immediately."
take it according to the instructions your doctor gave you
Yes, if you feel that you have repetitive strain injury you should contact your doctor. There are surgeries that can repair the damage sometimes, or perhaps there is physiotherapy that you could do to assist in relieving the pain you are suffering.
If you return too soon you may worsen your injury, which could lead to permanent damage. Everyone recovers from injury at a different rate. Return to your activity will be determined by how soon your finger recovers, not by how many days or weeks it has been since your injury occurred. In general, the longer you have symptoms before you start treatment, the longer it will take to get better. Your doctor will recommend that your sprained finger be splinted or "buddy taped" (taped to the finger next to it) for 1 to 4 weeks after your injury. In many cases, you will be able to return to your activities as long as you are wearing your splint or have your finger taped. Your finger may remain swollen with decreased range of motion and strength for many weeks. It is important to continue your rehabilitation exercises during this time and even after you return to your sport.
Yes, you can. You should get in contact with the insurance agency of the other person involved and claim your injury. It requires a proof of injury from a doctor.
If you have sustained an injury of that nature, you should visit the doctor, emergency room, or urgent care facility, to insure that a pulled tendon, is in fact the injury you have. The doctor will provide you with the proper equipment according to the injury you have. A brace and crutches may be prescribed.