Systematic review of examination techniques for the central slip of the digital extensor tendon mechanism

Extensor zone three injuries involve the extensor tendon mechanism's central slip. If a closed injury is missed then a boutonniere deformity develops with associated morbidity. Poor central slip examination knowledge and skills may contribute to missed diagnoses. A range of central slip examina...

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Main Authors: Dingle, L, Field, M, Rodrigues, J
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Sage Publications Ltd. 2017