title: Deformation of the nail following elastic band traction--a case report.
abstract: Dynamic elastic band traction applied to the nail is commonly used in the post-operative management of flexor tendon injuries and complications are few. We describe a self-resolving deformation of the nail resulting from its use.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, West Glamorgan.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Hoddinott
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Matthews
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009264:Nails, Malformed / Q000209:etiology*; D013165:Splints / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D014143:Traction / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000295:instrumentation