An Unusual Case of Third and Fourth Metacarpophalangeal Joint Dislocations Following a Fall

An Unusual Case of Third and Fourth Metacarpophalangeal Joint Dislocations Following a Fall

Urgent message: Metacarpophalangeal dislocations involving digits other than the thumb or index finger may be somewhat atypical, but are known to occur as a result of a fall on an outstretched hand—a common precedent to an urgent care visit. Familiarity with management of such injuries precludes the need to refer the patient. Leonard A. Powell, DO, MS, FACOFP, CMD and Chad E. Richmond, DO ABSTRACT Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint dislocations typically occur in a dorsal fashion …

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