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Home Care
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Home care measures for finger tenosynovitis include: - Apply a cold compress:
- Wrap ice in a moist hand towel. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours, for the first few days.
- Apply warm compresses:
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 4 hours, after 2 days.
- Rest the injury.
- Wear a sling
- Elevate your hand:
- Above your heart if possible
- Follow splint care instructions.
- Acetaminophen for pain
 - Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain
- Take prescribed medications as directed.
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