Hurting the ligament at this joint multiple times can make it harder to use your finger to make a "pinching" movement. This injury usually needs to be treated with a cast or splint for 4 to 6 weeks.

Underneath the garment was a black splint to help support the Liberty star guard’s surgically repaired thumb. Ionescu may not be feeling 100 percent just yet, but she was eager to get back on ...