Fractures of the Thumb and Finger Metacarpals in Athletes

Duretti T. Fufa; Charles A. Goldfarb

doi:10.1016/j.hcl.2012.05.028

Fractures of the Thumb and Finger Metacarpals in Athletes

Duretti T. Fufa, Charles A. Goldfarb

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Abstract

Most metacarpal fractures are minimally displaced and are treated without surgery. Markedly displaced fractures, fractures causing finger rotation, and displaced intra-articular fractures require surgical intervention. The challenge with the elite athlete is achieving an early return to play without compromising fracture position. Casts, splints, and surgery each have a role in getting the athlete back into action as soon as possible.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	379-388
Number of pages	10
Journal	Hand clinics
Volume	28
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hcl.2012.05.028
State	Published - Aug 1 2012

Keywords

Athlete
Bennett fracture
Hand fracture
Metacarpal fracture
Rolando fracture

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