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Review
. 2012 Aug;28(3):379-88, x.
doi: 10.1016/j.hcl.2012.05.028. Epub 2012 Jun 20.

Fractures of the thumb and finger metacarpals in athletes

Duretti T Fufa  1 , Charles A Goldfarb
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Review

Fractures of the thumb and finger metacarpals in athletes

Duretti T Fufa et al. Hand Clin. 2012 Aug.

Abstract

Most metacarpal fractures are minimally displaced and are treated without surgery. Markedly displaced fractures, fractures causing finger rotation, and displaced intra-articular fractures require surgical intervention. The challenge with the elite athlete is achieving an early return to play without compromising fracture position. Casts, splints, and surgery each have a role in getting the athlete back into action as soon as possible.

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