The symptoms of a hand flexor tendinosis
The flexor tendons are located on the underside of the fingers and serve to bend them. Each finger has two extensor tendons, while the thumb has just one. When a tendon is torn, the finger cannot flex. Contact us to make an appointment
The symptoms of a hand flexor tendinosis
The flexor tendons are located on the underside of the fingers and serve to bend them. Each finger has two extensor tendons, while the thumb has just one. When a tendon is torn, the finger cannot flex. Contact us to make an appointment
The symptoms of a hand flexor tendinosis
The flexor tendons are located on the underside of the fingers and serve to bend them. Each finger has two extensor tendons, while the thumb has just one. When a tendon is torn, the finger cannot flex.
What are the most common causes?
Most of the time, the injury is caused by a laceration, but a tendon can be torn without a cut to the skin.
What are the symptoms?
The finger cannot be flexed; the condition may be painful.
How is it diagnosed?
Diagnosis can be made with a clinical exam and discussion. X-rays may sometimes be required.
Physical examination
X-ray
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