Mallet finger

From greek.doctor
  • Mallet finger occurs due to trauma to extensor digitorum tendon
  • Due to trauma of the finger in extended position, which causes sudden forced flexion
    • Often occurs when trying to catch a ball, so it’s also called baseball finger
  • Often occurs in fingers 3, 4 and 5
  • Can cause fracture or subluxation
  • Treatment
    • Conservative
      • Extension splinting of DIP joint
    • Surgical
      • In severe cases