Boutonnière and swan neck deformities of the finger can be the result of trauma. The
complex anatomy of the extensor mechanism of the finger makes understanding the …

PURPOSE: The present study evaluated prospectively the functional and radiological results
of a consecutive series of 7 patients who had bone–periosteum–bone (BPB) grafts …

We present a case report describing the surgical technique for the reconstruction of the
proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint collateral ligament using autograft palmaris longus …

Purpose To compare the biomechanical strengths of 5 surgical techniques for treatment of
traumatic hyperextension instability of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint. Methods …

Post-traumatic hyperextension instability of the proximal interphalangeal joint may lead to
pain, difficulty with initiating finger flexion, and a swan-neck deformity. Most techniques to …

Many surgical techniques for treating chronic posttraumatic hyperextension instability of the
proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint involve exploration of the PIP joint, often leading to …

Five patients with chronic instability of digital joints presented with instability and functional
disability. Two patients had ulnar collateral ligament damage of the thumb …

Introduction Laxity in the volar plate of the proximal interphalangeal joint can result in
sagittal plane instability due to its incompetence, accompanied by digital hyperextension …

The general public would probably conclude that they are living in an era of great scientific
advancement if they were to review the steady increase in the number of scientific journals …

A swan neck deformity (SND) can be well tolerated for a long time, until the appearance of a
disabling “snap** finger”. In its most advanced condition, the other hand is needed to …