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Multiple vehicles reportedly failed to stop after striking and killing a Pennsylvania woman on Monday morning.
WCAU reported that Alexandra Ridgway, 29, was fatally hit at around 3:30 a.m. while walking on or trying to cross Route 1 between Interstate 295 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Middletown Township. Police said none of the drivers who struck her stayed at the scene.
Sources told KYW-TV that hours after the hit-and-run a passerby found Ridgway’s severed arm on the side of the road in the Fox Chase section of Philadelphia. Her arm was reportedly discovered roughly nine miles from the crash scene, suggesting her remains were dragged.
On Tuesday, Middletown police said they had impounded three vehicles — a Ford F-550 flatbed tow truck, Dodge Caravan minivan, and VW Passat — that were at the scene of the hit-and-run. Police said there is no physical evidence that the three vehicles were linked to the vehicles involved in Ridgway’s death, according to WCAU.
Police told KYW-TV that it was a truck likely hit Ridgway first. Her remains have been taken to the Philadelphia Medical Examiner for analysis.
It is not immediately known why Ridgway was on the highway at the time of the crash.
“Why did you not stop to see if you could help? Why? Accidents happen, but why did you not stop?” Ridgway’s cousin asked.
Anyone with information regarding Monday’s fatal hit-and-run should call Middletown Township police at 215-750-3800.
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If you have a severed finger you must get emergency medical treatment immediately. An injured or severed finger can lead to problems with your hand function.recommends these steps if you’ve cut part or your whole finger off. Dealing with the scene of the injury. If there are people around, get someone else’s attention for help. Surgery or an operation to reattach a severed finger is also called replantation.Your doctor or surgeon will look at the amputated finger or fingers carefully with a microscope to find out if it can be reattached.
Partially severed fingertips or fingers are more likely to be reattached. Full-length fingers severed at their base may be more difficult to reattach.According to the, the steps for reattaching a severed finger include:.
Anesthesia. You’ll be given general anesthesia through an injection. This means that you’ll be asleep and won’t feel pain. Debridement. Your doctor may need to remove damaged or dead tissue from the wound and finger. This is called debriding; it helps to prevent infection.
Bone care. Your doctor may need to trim the ends of the bones if there’s damage. This helps them fit together better.
Reconstructive surgery. If your amputated finger can be saved, you may need microsurgery. Your doctor will sew together the nerves, blood vessels, and tendons inside your finger. This helps to keep your finger alive and heal well after it’s reattached. Reattachment. The bones are rejoined with screws and plates or wires. Closure.
The wound is stitched closed and the area is bandaged.An orthopedic surgeon and a plastic surgeon will often work together to repair a severed finger. When the finger isn’t reattachedIf there’s too much damage or it’s been too long since the accident, the severed finger may not be able to be rejoined.If your finger can’t be reattached, you’ll still need surgery to repair your wound. Your surgeon may use a flap or made from your skin to cover the injured site and close the wound. Recovery time and what to expect after finger surgery depends on the type of injury and the procedure needed to fix it.
Your recovery time may be from a few weeks to a few years.Pain medication can help keep you comfortable as you heal.You’ll likely need to take antibiotics in the days after your surgery to prevent infection. Call your doctor immediately if you see any signs of, such as:. pain or tenderness. redness. warmth. swelling.
slow healing. fever. pus. red streaks in the area. bad smell.
skin or nail color changeYour doctor or nurse will give you instructions on how to change your dressing. You may need to see your doctor about a week after your surgery to remove stitches. Additionally, be sure to go to all follow-up appointments so your doctor can check the area.
The nerves inside the finger may take longer to heal. They may also not heal completely.
Nerve damage can cause your injured finger to have:. weakness. numbness. tingling. loss of feeling. stiffness. painA medical review found that if you have a clean straight cut injury, your nerves may start to rejoin in as little days after your surgery.
More complicated injuries, such as tears and crush injuries, or if you have an infection, can slow healing. In general, it may take three to six months for your nerves to heal. Physical therapy exercises for your hand and fingers can help you heal. Is important for getting hand function and strength back to normal. Your doctor may recommend beginning physical or occupational therapy weeks after your surgery. Ask your doctor when it’s safe to begin exercising.You may need to continue physical or occupational therapy until the 24th week after your surgery or even longer.
A physical therapist can also recommend regular home exercises. You may also need to wear a hand or finger splint to help the area heal.Physical therapy exercises to make the hand and fingers stronger and more flexible include:. Range of motion. Use your uninjured hand to gently straighten and bend the finger. Finger extension. Place your palm flat on a table and slowly raise each finger one at a time.
Function exercise. Use your thumb and the injured finger to pick up small objects like marbles or coins.
Grip exercise. Squeeze your hand into a fist and release; hold a tennis ball or stress ball and squeeze.A medical study from Turkey tracked the progress of people who had successful surgery for a severed finger or thumb. With physical therapy combined with massage techniques, about of people recovered with good to perfect hand function. You may have other types of damage to your finger or hand even after you’ve healed from reattachment surgery. If you have a chronic condition such as diabetes, your recovery may take longer.Problems that may go away after some time or be long-term include:.
pain. blood clot. cold sensitivity. joint stiffness or. muscle atrophy. scar tissue.It’s also possible you may experience, or after your injury and surgery.
See a therapist about the best way for you to cope. A disability or amputee support group can also help you move forward positively.
Remember that there are things you can do to help your recovery. Tips that help healing and improve your general health as you recover after having a finger or fingers severed include:. taking all medications as prescribed. avoiding smoking and chewing tobacco. eating a balanced diet and drinking plenty of water.
wearing a splint as prescribed. attending physiotherapy exercises. following home exercise instructions. seeing your doctor for all follow-up appointments. talking to a doctor about the best way to manage your specific recovery.