Best Attempt at Flexion

Best Attempt at Flexion

This patient is not able to achieve anywhere close to a full fist after a blow to her hand. She has no fractures but has significant pain and motion limitations. What might be going on with her hand? Moderator's Response This patient has had CRPS for quite some...
Look Like Trouble

Look Like Trouble

What is this Diagnosis and how would you treat? Moderator's Response This is a superficial partial thickness wound or second (2nd) degree burn. This burn Heals in 14-21 days with minimal scar. Wet, thick blisters are usually seen; pain is still intact and...
Fracture Mania

Fracture Mania

What type of fracture is this? Moderator's Response This is a Galeazzi Fracture which is a fracture of the distal radius with a dislocation/subluxation of distal radio-ulnar...
No Pain No Problem

No Pain No Problem

What is the diagnosis? Moderator's Response This patient has an FDP Avulsion of his ring finger. The most common digit involved is the ring finger. During grip, the ring fingertip is 5 mm more prominent than the other digits and the insertion of the FDP of ring...
Good Scene or Bad Scene?

Good Scene or Bad Scene?

What do you see going on in this x-ray? Moderator's Response This patient has multiple metacarpal shaft fracture which are plated and screwed. Or they were at one point. The index finger plate is breaking and the midldle finger plate has broken. This is a result...