CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) arthritis is more frequently associated with rheumatoid arthritis than with osteoarthritis. There are distinct presentations and treatment options for the two different etiologies. This…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: The intricate anatomy and complex kinematics of the carpus can be disrupted by traumatic, degenerative, inflammatory, neoplastic, or congenital conditions. When only selective joints within the…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint arthritis can lead to pain, instability, and impairment of hand function. Arthrodesis provides excellent pain relief and stability to affected joints at…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) arthritis is a common problem that can cause significant pain and dysfunction, often in a relatively young and active population. Conservative treatments including…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Multiple surgical treatments are used for rheumatoid and inflammatory arthritis of the hand and wrist. This chapter reviews common procedures with emphasis on indications, contraindications, and…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Arthritis of the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint is reviewed with emphasis on surgical management. Arthrodesis of the DIP with painless stable motion works well in patients…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Arthritis of the wrist is a common and potentially debilitating condition. Time-tested surgical techniques consist of arthrodesis (limited or total) and resection of diseased bone. Wrist…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS This chapter will cover ulnar impaction syndrome, including its definition, etiology, and clinical and radiographic presentation. The surgical techniques used to treat ulnar impaction syndrome will…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: This chapter reviews the etiology, evaluation, and treatment of the most common forms of posttraumatic arthritis of the wrist: scapholunate advanced collapse (SLAC) and scaphoid nonunion…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Posttraumatic radiocarpal arthritis can develop even with mild intraarticular incongruity. If symptoms are severe enough, surgical intervention can offer significant relief. The fusion of the radius…
