Abstract
A complete dislocation of the proximal phalanx of the thumb is presented. At 6 months after the injury, the patient had a painless right thumb with a full range of motion. No such similar case has been found in the literature.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Athletic Injuries / therapy
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Finger Injuries* / diagnostic imaging
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Finger Injuries* / therapy*
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Finger Joint / diagnostic imaging
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Football
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Humans
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Joint Dislocations / diagnostic imaging
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Joint Dislocations / therapy*
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Male
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Metacarpophalangeal Joint / diagnostic imaging
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Metacarpophalangeal Joint / injuries*
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Radiography
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Thumb / diagnostic imaging
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Thumb / injuries*