Small fracture at the base of pinky finger - how long should I wait before playing hockey?

I have a small fracture (non-displaced) across the base of my pinky finger. The Dr said to wait 7 weeks(4 weeks splint, 3 weeks exercises) before playing hockey again. This seems a little extreme, and I'm guessing she has to give the worst case scenario. I've known lots of people who have played with these types of injuries after a few weeks. Is playing 3 weeks after this type of injury too soon? 4? Is there a good way to tell?

Yes it is to soon. Just because other people want to be reckless with their bodies does not mean you should!

Playing to soon puts you at great risk of re-injury. Every injury you incur in life has a price to pay as you get older (arthritis, etc.). In addition, each re-injury not only takes longer to recover, it will not heal as well either.

I wish I had advice when I was younger and I would not be suffering chronic pain from not letting my body heal.

I'm sure you will do what you want but just remember what I advised about 15-20 years from now. Listen to your Doctor!

GOOD LUCK!

well you should wait at least 4 becuase if you hurt it more it will only take laonger to heal

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