title: Phalangeal and metacarpal fractures of the hand.
abstract: This article addresses the types of metacarpal and phalangeal fractures seen in a variety of sports. Treatment options are discussed in depth based on the location, configuration, and associated soft-tissue injuries. This article provides a greater understanding of the treatment algorithm to minimize the possibility of long-term functional consequences for the athlete.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
authors.forename: S G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Lee
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Jupiter
mesh_terms: D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000379:methods*; D017102:Fracture Healing / Q000502:physiology; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries; D008663:Metacarpus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D011859:Radiography; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular