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  1. The IP joint closest to the MCP is called the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint. The joint near the end of the finger is called the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint. What Causes Osteoarthritis in the Fingers?

  2. 2 days ago · Specific deformities, which also occur in osteoarthritis, include ulnar deviation, boutonniere deformity (also "buttonhole deformity", flexion of proximal interphalangeal joint and extension of distal interphalangeal joint of the hand), swan neck deformity (hyperextension at proximal interphalangeal joint and flexion at distal interphalangeal ...

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  4. Apr 4, 2024 · The structure of both the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) and the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints is very similar (see Fig. 7.1). Each phalanx has a concave base and a convex head. The joint surfaces comprise the head of the more proximal phalanx ...

  5. Mar 25, 2024 · Citation, DOI, disclosures and article data. Mallet finger is an injury of the extensor mechanism of the finger at the level of the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint. It is the most prevalent finger tendon injury in sport.

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  6. Mar 31, 2024 · Last updated: March 31, 2024. Revisions: 37. format_list_bulleted Contents add. The bones of the hand provide support and movement to the soft tissues. They can be categorised into three different types: Carpal bones (proximal) – a set of eight irregularly shaped bones. They are located in the area of the wrist.

  7. 6 days ago · The term mallet finger has long been used to describe the deformity produced by disruption of the terminal extensor mechanism at the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint. [ 1, 2, 3, 4] It is the...

  8. Apr 2, 2024 · Pain, deformity, and instability are the indications for arthrodesis of the distal interphalangeal (DIP) finger joint and thumb interphalangeal (IP) joint. The causes of these above mentioned indications, possibly leading to arthrodesis, includes primary osteoarthritis, acute trauma, post-traumatic condition, and rheumatoid joint deformity [ 1 ].

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