A-Z of Injuries

Thumb & Hand - Sprained Thumb

Skier’s Thumb

A sprained thumb is damage caused to the ulnar collateral ligament at the base of the thumb, often caused by ski poles during a fall. It can also happen during any other sports if there is sufficient force applied to the thumb away from the hand.

Signs & symptoms:

  • Immediate thumb swelling and pain
  • Bruising
  • Chronic sprains there may be persistent thickening of the joint

Thumb sprains tend to resolve in 4-6 weeks, physiotherapy aim to increase range of motion and reduce pain, and use a progressive exercise programme to return to pre-injury strength.


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