Conclusion

           Nonunion and malunion fractures in the finger are some of the most complex areas to manage. Nonunions and malunions present a different set of challenges from similar injuries at different sites in the body. Poor finger function may compromise overall hand function (Ring, 2005). Even though the complication rates of corrective phalange osteotomies are relatively low, potential hazards of each case must never be discounted (Freeland, 2006). Even with successful union and alignment, the majority of fingers will remain with limited function and mobility. The complexity of hand and finger nonunion is so great that it cannot be expected the part will function well, even if the optimal treatment is provided (Ring, 2005). The most recent NCAA Men’s Basketball Epidemiology fails to list finger injuries statistics in practices or games at any divisional level, further suggesting the rarity of serious injury and time loss due to finger trauma (Dick, 2007). Prevention of serious complications is the best treatment for limit time loss.

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