Left Thumb Injury — Week 1 Update
Posted July 27, 2026 | Injury sustained July 19, 2026
A Real-Time Healing Journal — Week 1 Complete
Eight days after the initial impact, the latest photos taken July 27–28 document clear progress from the Day 0 images posted on July 20.
Photo Timeline
- July 19 (Day 0): Immediate post-injury — pronounced swelling at tip and joint, tight shiny skin, early discoloration.
- July 22: First progress set — swelling reduced, color improving.
- July 24: Second progress set — further reduction in volume and residual discoloration.
- July 27–28: Week 1 comparison set — swelling largely resolved, contour closer to normal, functional range restored.
Slight residual tenderness remains in the fascia area under direct pressure.
Strength has returned to approximately 85 percent.
No sharp pain at rest. Light daily tasks performed without limitation.
Protocol remains unchanged.
Protocol (unchanged since Day 0)
Jim’s CBD Relief 1000 applied 5–6 times daily with thorough massage into the tip, joint, and surrounding tissue. Slightly thicker layer left on overnight. No NSAIDs. No heavy icing. Elevation used when practical.
Summary of Observed Changes
Swelling at the tip and joint has decreased substantially across the three progress photo sets. The tight, shiny appearance present in the first 15 minutes is gone. Discoloration has faded. Range of motion is functional. Strength recovery sits at approximately 85 percent with only mild fascia tenderness remaining.
The protocol continues without modification. Next weekly update will follow the same format with new measurements and photos.
Heal at the source. Measure everything. Report honestly.
PRODUCT USED IN THIS PROTOCOL
Jim’s CBD Relief 1000 — Pure CBD Cream with DMSO
1000 mg CBD per ounce • Zero THC • Designed to heal pain at the source
Sample size $8 with free shipping | Traveler size $29.50
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