Vibration-induced white finger disease: a case report.
A syndrome of pain, stiffness and numbness associated with vascular changes that develops in the hands of those who use vibrating tools has been termed vibration-induced white finger disease. The authors describe such a case that occurred in a 22-year-old man. A change of job and a course of physiotherapy alleviated the symptoms and improved circulation. A review of the literature and the authors' findings suggest that this condition is a result of marked changes in the vascular supply to the hand from repetitive blunt trauma. Arteriographic evidence of deficient palmar arch vasculature is presented.
D000328:Adult; D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D005385:Fingers / Q000098:blood supply* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D011859:Radiography; D013577:Syndrome; D014732:Vibration / Q000009:adverse effects*