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Shave removal for videogame controller-induced knuckle pads.
Kendall Flanigan1, Steven Kent1, Kathryn Anne Potter1
1Department of Dermatology Medical College of Georgia Augusta GA USA.
Clinical Case Reports
|March 26, 2021
Summary
Videogame controller use can cause unique knuckle pads. Removing the gaming device prevents these pads from returning, ensuring successful treatment.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Sports Medicine
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Repetitive friction from videogame controllers can lead to distinct knuckle pad formations.
- Understanding the etiology of these hyperkeratotic lesions is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the unique presentation of knuckle pads caused by videogame controller use.
- To evaluate the efficacy of intervention strategies in resolving these lesions.
Main Methods:
- Clinical observation of patients presenting with knuckle pads.
- Correlation of lesion development with videogame playing habits.
- Assessment of treatment outcomes following removal of the inciting stimulus.
Main Results:
- Videogame controller-induced knuckle pads exhibit a characteristic distribution pattern.
- Complete resolution of knuckle pads was observed after cessation of videogame controller use.
- No recurrence was noted in patients who successfully avoided the original insult.
Conclusions:
- Videogame controller use is a specific cause of knuckle pads.
- Eliminating the repetitive friction from the gaming device is the primary treatment for resolution and prevention of recurrence.
