title: Simultaneous dislocation of the interphalangeal and metacarpophalangeal joints of the thumb.
abstract: Simultaneous dislocation of the interphalangeal and metacarpophalangeal joints of the thumb is an extremely rare injury, the management of which is controversial. We advocate closed reduction followed by early mobilisation in order to achieve optimal functional results.
authors.affiliation: Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, North Devon District Hospital, Raleigh Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JB, UK. ben.bradley@hotmail.co.uk.
authors.forename: Benjamin
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Bradley
authors.affiliation: Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, North Devon District Hospital, Raleigh Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JB, UK.
authors.forename: Nicholas
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Treble
keywords: Hand; Trauma education; Trauma management
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