How long does it take for a reattached finger to heal?

Healing can take up to 12 weeks. The injured tendon may need to be supported with a splint or cast to take tension off of the repaired tendon. Physical therapy or occupational therapy is usually necessary to return movement in a safe manner. Expect movement to return gradually, with some stiffness.

Do reattached limbs work?

Replantation is more common for upper extremities like arms, hands, and fingers. It is less common for lower extremities. While replantation is usually more successful with sharp injures, some types of crush injuries do respond successfully.