Mild Pulley Strain
A mild pulley strain indicates mild injury to the annular pulley. The pulley’s ability to resist load is diminished primarily in high load positions.
Recovery at this stage is characterized by pre-loading and loading activities. Being able to measure the pulley’s threshold of resistance is key to proper loading. Slowly loading the hand in a variety of positions will give you a great starting point for self-treatment.
TREATMENTFigure out a way to assess whether you’re irritating your finger or not with all activities (as opposed to just climbing), and H-Tape when climbing.
For step-by-step rehab instructions to get you back on the wall pain-free, check out the CCDPT A2 Pulley Strain Program.
WHAT TO DO RIGHT NOW 
Do:
✓ H-Tape when you climb
✓ Choose handholds and wall angles that do not irritate your finger
✓ Be thoughtful about how you load it
Don’t:
✖ Try your project the minute it feels better
✖ Start a max loading protocol
Come back stronger.
Get step-by-step instructions to get you back on the wall in 2-4 weeks.
How, when, and why to H-tape (and when not to!)