What is the most common hand fracture?
The most common hand fracture is a fracture of the fifth metacarpal—the bone in the hand that supports the little finger. This is commonly called a “boxer’s fracture” and involves the “neck” of the bone, next to the knuckle joint.
What do you call fracture of the hand?
The 5 bones in your hand that connect your wrist to your thumb and fingers are called the metacarpal bones. You have a fracture (break) in one or more of these bones. This is called a hand (or metacarpal) fracture. Some hand fractures require wearing a splint or a cast.
What is 4th metacarpal fracture?
A metacarpal fracture or broken metacarpal is a fracture (break) of the tubular bones within the palm (metacarpals). They classically occur in the small finger or metacarpal bone in boxers or athletes of other sports or activities.
The distal phalanx is the most commonly fractured bone in the hand, followed by the metacarpals [3]. The bones of the hand and wrist are shown in the figure (figure 1). Metacarpal fractures are seen more often in adults, whereas phalangeal fractures are more common in children [2].
What are the risks of having a hand fracture?
Ongoing stiffness,aching or disability. Stiffness,pain or aching in the affected area generally goes away eventually after your cast is removed or after surgery.
How do I know if my hand is fractured?
Pain or tenderness
How is a hand fracture typically treated?
How Hand Fractures Are Treated Splint or Cast. A splint or cast may be used to treat a fracture that is not displaced, or to protect a fracture that has been set. Medication Therapy. For pain management, your hand surgeon may recommend an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever, such as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Hand Fracture Surgery. Physical Therapy.