Deep Dive on the PIP Joint and the Stiff Finger
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Chuck and Chris discuss use a listener submitted case as the basis of a discussion of the PIP joint.  We break down treatment considerations for a dorsally subluxated PIP joint that is stiff in extension.  Dive in with us- complicated discussion!  We also briefly touch on FPL ruptures, the rheumatoid hand (and the disappearing art of treating it). The stiff finger was a part of our discussion- here is the reference which might be helpful. Jupiter, Goldfarb, Nagy, Boyer Posttraumatic reconstruction of the hand. J Bone Joint Surg Am; 2007 Feb;89(2):428-35.   Subscribe to our newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3iHGFpD See www.practicelink.com/theupperhand for more information from our partner on job search and career opportunities.   Please complete NEW Survey: bit.ly/3X0Gq89 As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. Complete podcast catalog at theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu.  
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