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Common Finger Deformities

A finger (or thumb) that won’t straighten, bends the wrong way or looks out of shape can have several different causes. This article explains six common deformities, including mallet finger, swan neck and Dupuytren’s contracture.

an anatomical image showing a finger boutonnière deformity

Boutonniere Deformity

A finger that stays bent at the middle joint, with the tip bending backwards, can follow an injury to the tendon on top of the finger. This article explains boutonnière deformity, how it develops and how it is treated.