Presentation
History of pain and swelling at the right ring finger since 2 days after trauma by a hard object at work Clinical examination: mild swelling, and tenderness over the proximal interphalangeal joint
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Phalanx fracture


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Right ring finger middle phalanx base nondisplaced fracture is noted
Soft tissue swelling is noted
Case Discussion
Phalanx Fractures are common hand injuries that involve the proximal, middle, or distal phalanx. Treatment involves immobilization or surgical fixation depending on the location, severity, and alignment of injury.