[Simultaneous dislocation of the interphalangeal joints of the index finger].
A crush injury caused simultaneous posterior dislocation of the interphalangeal joints of the index without associated fracture. Orthopedic treatment was used because a stable reduction was achieved without difficulty. The hand was immobilized for three weeks followed by rehabilitation exercises. Complete functional recovery was achieved with pain-free joints. We recommend starting the reduction at the distal interphalangeal level in order to allow relaxation of the deep flexor tendons favoring reduction of the proximal interphalangeal joints.
Michel
J
J
Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique et Traumatologique, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal, 40, allée de la Source, 94195 Villeneuve-Saint-Georges.
Asselineau
A
A
Aboufarah
F
F
Nguyen-Duy
T
T
D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D005384:Finger Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008297:Male; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D013165:Splints; D016896:Treatment Outcome