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Finger Injuries in Ball Sports
David T Netscher1, Dang T Pham2, Kimberly Goldie Staines3
1Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, 6624 Fannin Street, Suite 2730, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
Abstract:
Finger injuries are common in athletes playing in professional ball sports. Understanding the intricate anatomy of the digit is necessary to properly diagnose and manage finger injuries. Unrecognized or poorly managed finger injuries can lead to chronic deformities that can affect an athlete's performance. Multiple factors and treatment options should be considered to provide the best functional outcome and rapid return to play for an athlete. This article discusses the mechanism of injury, diagnosis, treatment, and return-to-play recommendations for common finger injuries in ball sports.
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