title: Complications following small joint injuries.
abstract: Injuries to the small joints in the hand can lead to stiffness, pain, instability, and arthrosis. Careful evaluation and an understanding of possible complications may prevent serious difficulties from occurring.
mesh_terms: D004487:Edema / Q000209:etiology; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications*; D006227:Hand Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000150:complications*; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000209:etiology; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology; D011859:Radiography; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000150:complications*; D013933:Thumb / Q000293:injuries