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1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Leuven, 3212 Pellenberg, Belgium. ilse.degreef@uz.kuleuven.ac.be
Summary
Simultaneous bilateral mallet fingers, a common sports hand injury, can affect multiple fingers. This case study shows successful treatment with splinting for a goalkeeper with injuries to the third and fourth fingers.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Hand Surgery
Background:
- Mallet finger is a frequent hand injury in ball sports.
- It typically affects the extensor tendon at the distal interphalangeal joint.
Observation:
- A goalkeeper presented with simultaneous bilateral mallet fingers affecting the third and fourth rays.
- This presentation involves injuries to both hands concurrently.
Findings:
- The bilateral mallet finger injuries were successfully treated non-surgically using splinting.
- Conservative management proved effective in this specific case.
Implications:
- Splinting is a viable treatment option for simultaneous bilateral mallet fingers.
- Understanding injury mechanisms and treatment options is crucial for athletes and clinicians.
