Is my thumb okay? I hope it isn't broke.

Question

Okay, so i injured my thumb last night. I was just trying to get some perspective if it's alright. It's swollen right below where the thumb reaches the palm. I can move it, and touch all my other fingers with it, touching my third finger hurts but i mean, non of the pain I'm in is ridiculous or anything. I never woke up over night from pain or anything like that, and there hasn't been any bruising. I think i just jammed it, and everything will be okay in a few days. What do you think?

Answer 1

If it's not obviously crooked, it's probably only jammed.  Even if it were broken, they don't usually put casts on thumbs unless the bone is sticking out.  You can buy a splint at most drug stores, and that's all a doctor would do for you.  Anti-inflammatory drugs will help the pain and reduce the swelling.

Answer 2

i think you're right

Answer 3

Just wrap it up well in thick gauze and tape it.  If it doesn't get better in a day or start to really swell up, get an x-ray.