Case Discussion On examination, nail was separated from the nail bed with a small nail bed laceration. Radiographs and CT scan are shown in Figures A-D. What is the most likely etiology for the new injury? Pain that persists longer than a few months may indicate malunion, which may limit a patient's future activities significantly. A radiograph, bone scan, and MRI are found in Figures A-C, respectively. A walking cast with a toe platform may be necessary in active children and in patients with potentially unstable fractures of the first toe. The nail should be inspected for subungual hematomas and other nail injuries. They should be instructed to keep the child in firm-soled shoes, ideally close-toed. Displaced: Can be reduced in ED then buddy taped and firm soled shoe: - discuss with Orthopedics if reduction is unsuccessful, Nondisplaced fractures of the other toes do not require specific follow-up, Displaced fractures (or for any fractures involving the great toe) - Fracture clinic within 7 days. What treatment offers the fastest time to bony union and return to sport? ball striking fingertip), leads to tearing of the collateral ligaments and shearing of the volar plate off of the base of middle phalanx, commonly seen with small avulsion fracture of the base of the middle phalanx, middle phalanx remains in contact with condyles of proximal phalanx, base of middle phalanx not in contact with condyle of proximal phalanx, volar plate can act as block to reduction with longitudinal traction, results from rupture of one collateral ligament, with the other remaining intact, one of proximal phalangeal condyles buttonholes between the central slip and lateral band, results from rupture of one collateral ligament and at least partial avulsion of volar plate from middle phalanx, if simple dorsal dislocation, reduce with force directed volarly and in flexion, if complex dorsal dislocation, reduce with hyperextension of middle phalanx followed by palmar force, if rotatory volar dislocation, reduce by applying traction to finger with MCP and PIP joints in 90 of flexion, flexion relaxes volarly displaced lateral band, allowing it to slip back dorsally, dorsal dislocation that is stable after reduction, in closed dorsal dislocations, reduction is usually prevented by, in open dorsal dislocations, reduction is usually prevented by dislocated FDP tendon, in lateral dislocations, reduction is usually prevented by lateral band interposition, perform dorsal approach with incision between central slip and lateral band, PIP flexion contracture (pseudoboutonniere), may develop but usually resolves with therapy, PIPJ fracture-dislocations can be volar or dorsal, volar lip fractures are the most common fracture pattern seen with dorsal dislocations, highly comminuted fracture may occur, known as "pilon", in dorsal PIPJ fracture-dislocations, hyperextension leads to failure of the volar plate resulting in rupture or avulsion of the middle phalangeal volar lip, in volar PIPJ fracture-dislocations, hyperflexion leads to failure of the central slip resulting in rupture or avulsion of the middle phalangeal dorsal lip, axial loading of the finger with the PIPJ in flexion or extension leads to dorsal and volar fracture-dislocations, respectively, mount of P2 articular surface involvement), regardless of treatment, must achieve adequate joint reduction for favorable long-term outcome, articular surface reconstruction is desirable, but not necessary for a good clinical outcome, PIP subluxation inhibits the gliding arc of the joint and leads to a poor clinical outcome, highly comminuted "pilon" fracture-dislocations, reduction of the middle phalanx on the condyles of the proximal phalanx is the primary goal, adequate volar exposure of the volar plate requires resection of, DIPJ dislocations are usually dorsal or lateral, often associated with open wounds due to tight soft tissue envelope, associated with avulsion of dorsal lip/terminal tendon, associated with avulsion of volar lip/FDP, if dorsal DIPJ dislocation, reduce with longitudinal traction, direct pressure on dorsal aspect of distal phalanx, and DIPJ flexion, perform thorough irrigation and debridement if open, tuft fractures require no specific treatment, can consider temporary splinting, and rarely may require pinning, in closed dorsal DIPJ dislocation, volar plate interposition is most common block to reduction, FDP may be blocking reduction if injury is open, in volar DIPJ dislocation, terminal tendon interposition can prevent reduction, perform FDP repair if dorsal fracture-dislocation where FDP is attached to volar fragment, may require percutaneous pinning to support nail bed repair, highly community injuries without significant soft tissue loss or vascular injury, highly comminuted injuries with significant soft tissue loss or neurovascular injury, Lunate Dislocation (Perilunate dissociation), Gymnast's Wrist (Distal Radial Physeal Stress Syndrome), Scaphoid Nonunion Advanced Collapse (SNAC), Carpal Instability Nondissociative (CIND), Constrictive Ring Syndrome (Streeter's Dysplasia), Thromboangiitis Obliterans (Buerger's disease). Causes of pain in the hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot. While celebrating the historic victory, he noticed his finger was deformed and painful. Avertical Lachman test will show greater laxity compared to the contralateral side. There are 3 phalanges in each toe except for the first toe, which usually has only 2. The metatarsals are the long bones between your toes and the middle of your foot. A radiograph of her foot is found in Figure A. 1. In many cases, anteroposterior and oblique views are the most easily interpreted (Figure 1, top and bottom). Orthopaedic team management is necessary in the case of toe fractures with associated open nailbed injury (Seymour fractures). Treatment involves immobilization or surgical fixation depending on location, severity and alignment of injury. Because of the first toe's role in weight bearing, balance, and pedal motion, fractures of this toe require referral much more often than other toe fractures. Joint hyperextension and stress fractures are less common. Taping your broken toe to an adjacent toe can also sometimes help relieve pain. AAOS does not endorse any treatments, procedures, products, or physicians referenced herein. Mounts, J., et al., Most frequently missed fractures in the emergency department. Radiographs are shown in Figure A. Which of the following is the primary advantage of operative intervention for these fractures compared to non-operative treatment? If the bone is out of place, your toe will appear deformed. If an acute subungual hematoma is present (less than 24 hours old), decompression may relieve pain substantially. Based on the radiographs shown in Figure A, what is the most appropriate next step in treatment? Close inspection of the small bones in the hands and feet is important, particularly when in an examination setting! In children, a physis (i.e., cartilaginous growth center) is present in the proximal part of each phalanx (Figure 2). Figure 2. Type in at least one full word to see suggestions list, 2022 California Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting, COA Foot and Ankle End - Glenn Pfeffer, MD, Comminuted Fifth Metatarsal Fracture in 28M. Phalanx Fractures are common hand injuries that involve the proximal, middle or distal phalanx. most common injuries to the skeletal system, distal phalanx > middle phalanx > proximal phalanx, 40-69 years old - machinery is most common, assess for numbness indicating digital nerve injury, assess for digital artery injury via doppler, proximal fragment pulled into flexion by interossei, distal fragment pulled into extension by central slip, apex volar angulation if distal to FDS insertion, apex dorsal angulation if proximal to FDS insertion, diagnosis confirmed by history, physical exam, and radiographs, type III - unstable bicondylar or comminuted, proximal fragment in flexion (due to interossei), distal fragment in extension (due to central slip), extraarticular fractures with < 10 angulation or < 2mm shortening and no rotational deformity, 3 weeks of immobilization followed by aggressive motion, extraarticular fractures with > 10 angulation or > 2mm shortening or rotational deformity, Unstable patterns include spiral, oblique, fracture with severe comminution, Eaton-Belsky pinning through metacarpal head, minifragment fixation with plate and/or lag screws, lag screws alone indicated in presence of long oblique fracture, proximal fragment in flexion (due to FDS), distal fragment in extension (due to terminal tendon), due to inherent stability provided by an intact and prolonged FDS insertion, proximal fragment in extension (due to central slip), results from hyperextension injury or axial loading, unstable if > 40% articular surface involved, represents avulsion of collateral ligaments, usually stable due to nail plate dorsally and pulp volarly, often associated with laceration of nail matrix or pulp, shearing due to axial load, leading to fracture involving > 20% of articular surface, avulsion due tensile force of terminal tendon or FDP, leading to small avulsion fracture, terminal tendon attaches to proximal epiphyseal fragment, nail matrix may be incarcerated in fracture and block reduction, distal phalanx fractures with nailbed injury, dorsal base fractures with > 25% articular involvement, displaced volar base fractures with large fragment and involvement of FDP, predisposing factors include prolonged immobilization, associated joint injury, and extensive surgical dissection, treat with rehab and surgical release as a last resort, Apex volar angulation effectively shortens extensor tendon and limits extension of PIPJ, surgery indicated when associated with functional impairment, corrective osteotomy at malunion site (preferred), metacarpal osteotomy (limited degree of correction), most are atrophic and associated with bone loss or neurovascular compromise, Lunate Dislocation (Perilunate dissociation), Gymnast's Wrist (Distal Radial Physeal Stress Syndrome), Scaphoid Nonunion Advanced Collapse (SNAC), Carpal Instability Nondissociative (CIND), Constrictive Ring Syndrome (Streeter's Dysplasia), Thromboangiitis Obliterans (Buerger's disease). He reports that his physician released him to full activity 8 weeks ago because he had no pain. This fracture causes one side of the bone to bend, but does. Most children with fractures of the physis should be referred, but children with selected nondisplaced Salter-Harris types I and II fractures may be treated by family physicians. The finger pulp has a very interesting anatomy in that the constituent fat pads are arranged in small compartments . Clin OrthopRelat Res, 2005(432): p. 107-15. Collegiate soccer player with an acute nondisplaced zone 2 proximal 5th metatarsal fracture, High school varsity lacrosse player with a subacute zone 2 proximal 5th metatarsal fracture and no evidence of bony healing after 1 month of conservative management, Elite dancer with an acute zone 1 proximal 5th metatarsal fracture, Recreational football player with an acute zone 2 proximal 5th metatarsal fracture. Big (1st) toe proximal phalanx fractures Darco Shoe non-weight bearing with crutches and follow up in Fracture Clinic in 1 week Other phalangeal fractures (including distal phalangeal fractures of the big / 1st toe) Angulated Salter-Harris II fracture of 5th proximal phalanx Dorsally displaced transverse fracture of neck of 3rd proximal phalanx Metatarsal fractures are among the most common injuries of the foot that may occur due to trauma or repetitive microstress. FPnotebook.com is a rapid access, point-of-care medical reference for primary care and emergency clinicians. Correction of any clinically evident angulation is a key part of Emergency Department Management. 50 Flemington Road Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia, Site Map | Copyright | Terms and Conditions, A great children's hospital, leading the way, Figure 2: Salter Harris III at base of distal phalanx, Figure 3: Undisplaced distal phalanx fracture. Thompson, T.M., et al., Foot injuries associated with all-terrain vehicle use in children and adolescents. Such an injury in the great toe has not been reported previously in the English orthopaedic literature to our knowledge. Summary. He is currently tender to palpation on the lateral border of the foot. Copyright 2023 Lineage Medical, Inc. All rights reserved. Fractures of the ankle joint are common amongst adults. Toe fractures are one of the most common fractures diagnosed by primary care physicians. A current radiograph is seen in Figure A. On exam, he is neurovascularly intact. A 39-year-old male sustained an index finger injury 6 months ago and has failed eight weeks of splinting. Comminuted fracture of first toe at the distal aspect of the terminal phalanx. Taping may be necessary for up to six weeks if healing is slow or pain persists. A Jones fracture is a horizontal or transverse fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal. Firm soled shoe (eg school shoe), None required for toes 2,3,4 and 5 Click the above link to see POSNA's latest updates! The skin should be inspected for open fracture and if . Surgery is not often required. To unlock fragments, it may be necessary to exaggerate the deformity slightly as traction is applied or to manipulate the fragments with one hand while the other maintains traction. Concerns with delayed healing and/or high activity demands may result in your doctor recommending surgery for an acute Jones fracture as well. The finger is ecchymotic, swollen throughout, and painful with attempted range of motion of the PIP joint. Abstract. Establish Tetanus immunity status The flexor and extensor tendons impart a longitudinal compression force, which can shorten the phalanx and extend the distal fragment [ 1 ]. Morris et al "Open Physeal Fracture of the Distal Phalanx of the Hallux" Am J Emerg Med 2017 35(7) 1035.e1. and C.W. A common complication of toe fractures is persistent pain and a decreased tolerance for activity. protected weightbearing with crutches, with slow return to running. During this time, it may be helpful to wear a wider than normal shoe. Case Discussion. They are frequently related to sports, with lesions such as the mallet finger and the Jersey finger. This is followed by gradual weight bearing, as tolerated, in a cast or walking boot. Closed reduction is performed and is stable. The olecranon bone graft was found to be safe and easy to harvest. Non-narcotic analgesics usually provide adequate pain relief. Following reduction, the nail bed of the fractured toe should lie in the same plane as the nail bed of the corresponding toe on the opposite foot. In most cases, a fracture will heal with rest and a change in activities. The proximal phalanx is the toe bone that is closest to the metatarsals. Bruising or discoloration your foot may be red or ecchymotic ("black and blue"), Loss of sensationan indication of nerve injury, Head which makes a joint with the base of the toe, Neck the narrow area between the head and the shaft, Base which makes a joint with the midfoot. Beware that a normal radiograph cannot exclude a physis injury in a symptomatic pediatric patient. About OrthoInfoEditorial Board Our ContributorsOur Subspecialty Partners Contact Us, Privacy PolicyTerms & Conditions Linking Policy AAOS Newsroom Find an Orthopaedist. This Guideline is for fractures of the phalanges of the ulnar four digits (index, middle, ring and little fingers). Physical examination should include assessment of capillary refill; delayed capillary refill may indicate circulatory compromise. Image | Radiopaedia.org radiopaedia.org. Despite theoretic risks of converting the injury to an open fracture, decompression is recommended by most experts.5 Toenails should not be removed because they act as an external splint in patients with fractures of the distal phalanx. Deformity, decreased range of motion, and degenerative joint disease in this toe can impair a patient's functional ability. Copyright 2023 Lineage Medical, Inc. All rights reserved. Neurovascular compromise from fracture requires emergent reduction and/or orthopedic intervention. An 19-year-old elite dancer falls and sustains the injury seen in Figure A. A fractured toe may become swollen, tender, and discolored. Joint hyperextension and stress fractures are less common. This procedure is most often done in the doctor's office. However, overlying shadows often make the lateral view difficult to interpret (Figure 1, center). Diagnosis is made clinically with the inability to hyperextend the hallux MTP joint without significant pain and the inability to push off with the big toe. If the wound communicates with the fracture site, the patient should be referred. To control pain and swelling, patients should apply ice and elevate the affected foot for the first few days after the injury. rest, NSAIDs, taping, stiff-sole shoe, or walking boot in the majority of cases. Unlike an X-ray, there is no radiation with an MRI. 2. A fracture of the toe may result from a direct injury, such as dropping a heavy object on the front of your foot, or from accidentally kicking or running into a hard object. After anesthetizing the toe with ice or a digital block, the physician holds the tip of the toe, applies longitudinal traction, and manipulates the bone fragments into proper position. Treatment can include protected weight bearing, immobilization or surgery depending on location of fracture, degree of displacement, and athletic level of patient. (OBQ11.40) Interosseus muscles and lumbricals insert onto the base of the proximal phalanx and flex the proximal fragment. ClinPediatr (Phila), 2011. Referral is recommended for children with fractures involving the physis, except nondisplaced Salter-Harris type I and type II fractures (Figure 6).4. They are most commonly used to treat fractures of the fifth metatarsal (the bone at the base of the big toe). Clin J Sport Med, 2001. Content is updated monthly with systematic literature reviews and conferences. Displaced Salter Harris fractures of the great toe may cause joint stiffness or growth arrest. AP, lateral, and oblique radiographs are provided in Figures A, B, and C respectively. Metacarpal fractures account for 40% of all hand fractures. What is the best form of management? He notices an immediate deformity of his ring finger. These tendons may avulse small fragments of bone from the phalanges; they also can be injured when a toe is fractured. While many Phalangeal fractures can be treated non-operatively, some do require surgery. The journal of foot and ankle surgery, 2016:55;488-491 Even with proper healing, your foot may be swollen for several months, and it may be hard to find a comfortable shoe. Displaced spiral fractures generally display shortening or rotation, whereas displaced transverse fractures may display angulation. Proximal phalanx fractures often present with apex volar angulation. Abstract. Phalanx Dislocations are common traumatic injury of the hand involving the proximal interphalangeal joint (PIP) or distal interphalangeal joint (DIP). Return to sport prior to radiographic union, Use of a solid screw as opposed to a cannulated screw. rays radiopaedia tarsal. The forefoot has 5 metatarsal bones and 14 phalanges (toe bones). (Left) The four parts of each metatarsal. This content is owned by the AAFP. A combination of anteroposterior and lateral views may be best to rule out displacement. Am Fam Physician, 2003. Referral is recommended for patients with first-toe fracture-dislocations, displaced intra-articular fractures, and unstable displaced fractures (i.e., fractures that spontaneously displace when traction is released following reduction). Fracture of the toe bones are mainly caused by different types of injuries, such as stubbing one or more toes or foot, dropping weighty objects on the toes etc. Want to stay updated? Fractures can also develop after repetitive activity, rather than a single injury. A fracture is an interruption of the continuity of bone. A 27-year-old man falls on his hand at work. As your pain subsides, however, you can begin to bear weight as you are comfortable. A 20-year-old football player presents with a one week history of right index finger pain which started after his hand got caught in a face mask during a tackle. Stress fractures of the base of the proximal phalanx have been reported in athletes and dances, but these are uncommon. frequent injury encountered in primary care setting, base of 5th metatarsal fractures account for 25% of all metatarsal fractures, athletes, military recruits, and manual laborers, plantarflexion and hindfoot inversion leads to zone 1 fractures, repetitive microtrauma leads to zone 3 fractures, concomitant midfoot injuries (i.e. Plain film dorsoplantar, oblique and lateral views should be ordered where there is a suspected open fracture, a suspected fracture with associated angulation, a nailbed injury, or for any fracture of the great (1st) toe. This information is provided as an educational service and is not intended to serve as medical advice. The localized tenderness of a contusion may mimic the point tenderness of a fracture. 2003 Dec 15;68(12):2413-2418 hand anatomy ligament injuries phalanx wrist collateral pip joint volar ligaments pipj accessory proper orthobullets surgery joints soft choose plasticsurgerykey. Diagnosis is made with plain radiographs of the foot. One of the most common foot fractures in children, Open fractures require irrigation & debridement, Nail-bed injuries involving the germinal matrix should be repaired, Displaced intra-articular fractures of the hallux require reduction. Common presenting symptoms include bruising, swelling, and throbbing pain that worsens with a dependent position, although this type of pain also may occur with an isolated subungual hematoma. A fractured toe may become swollen, tender and discolored. screw and plate fixation. A 19-year-old college soccer player has been experiencing pain along the lateral border of her foot since the beginning of the season 6 weeks ago. (SBQ17SE.89) <5yrs discuss with local Orthopaedic team as reduction success rate may be affected by size of phalanx, Can typically be reduced and buddy taped, in ED (place some cotton between the toes to prevent skin maceration) torus fracture plastic deformation Complete fractures Fracture location and pattern proximal-third, middle-third, distal-third apex volar or apex dorsal pattern Presentation Symptoms forearm pain and . It is also important to check for significant nailbed injury. (OBQ06.173) The pain is worsened with weightbearing and walking. Fractures of the toes and forefoot are quite common. - Max Michalski, MD, MSc, 2019 Orthopaedic Summit Evolving Techniques, Evolving Technique: The Ever Present Jones Fracture: Everything You Need To Know To Be Successful in 2019 - MaCalus V. Hogan, MD, MBA, Foot & Ankle5th Metatarsal Base Fracture. To enhance comfort, some patients prefer to cut out the part of the shoe that overlies the fractured toe. The dancer's fracture, or long spiral fracture of the distal metatarsal, is typically caused by the dancer rolling over their foot while in the demi-pointe position or sustained while landing a jump. First Distal Phalanx (toe) Fracture | Image | Radiopaedia.org radiopaedia.org. The distal phalanx and border digits are most commonly injured. Males are more affected than females. Foot Ankle Int, 2015. Although adverse outcomes can occur with toe fractures,3 disability from displaced phalanx fractures is rare.5. Figure 7 & 8: Salter-Harris IV and Salter-Harris III of great toe proximal phalanx. If this maneuver produces sharp pain in a more proximal phalanx, it suggests a fracture in that phalanx. Most commonly, the fifth metatarsal fractures through the base of the bone. Providers can treat your broken bone with a cast, boot or shoe or with surgery. It may be helpful to wear a toe phalanx fracture orthobullets than normal shoe the olecranon graft... 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