The metatarsal phalangeal joints are the joints between the metatarsals and the proximal phalanx of each toe. These joints form the ball of the foot. The first metatarsal phalangeal joint sits in ...
Offset pins were placed at the base of the proximal phalanx and at the head of the middle phalanx to properly attach the external fixator. The device was removed after two months and the patient ...
The Spurs forward is scheduled to undergo surgery this week after suffering a fracture in the proximal phalanx of his left ...
A salvage procedure for the treatment of extrinsic tightness is release of the extrinsic tendon over the proximal phalanx. This release then relies on the intrinsics to extend the PIP and DIP ...