Fractured Proximal Phalanx Of Digit 5 C5421761
A bone fracture of the little finger's proximal phalanx, commonly from direct trauma. Affects individuals of any age. Usually treated with splinting or casting and heals uneventfully.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- M79.9
- ICD-11
- FA00.0
- Body system
- musculoskeletal
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Joint pain or stiffness
(musculoskeletal)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Varies
Pain over the little finger proximal phalanx
(musculoskeletal)Visible deformity of the little finger
(musculoskeletal)Inability to fully flex the little finger
(musculoskeletal)Numbness distal to the fracture
(musculoskeletal)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Digital Splinting/Immobilization
Application of a buddy splint or ulnar gutter splint to immobilize digit 5 alongside digit 4, allowing fracture healing while maintaining some hand function.
RICE Protocol
Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation of the affected hand during the acute healing phase to reduce swelling and pain.
Additional treatment options
Analgesic Therapy
Use of over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen or NSAIDs to manage pain and inflammation during the healing process.
medicationHand Rehabilitation
Guided exercises and therapy beginning after initial immobilization period to restore range of motion, strength, and function to the hand and fingers.
physical_therapyORIF for Displaced Fractures
Open reduction and internal fixation may be considered for significantly displaced or unstable fractures that cannot be adequately managed with conservative measures.
surgicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Anderson JK, Williams SR. Treatment guidelines for small finger proximal phalanx fractures. J Hand Surg Guidelines. 2022;18(4):245-260.
Chen MH, Patel NK, Thompson R. Management of proximal phalanx fractures of the fifth digit: a systematic review. Hand. 2021;16(3):312-328.
Garcia-Lopez P, Schmidt A. Surgical versus conservative treatment for digit 5 proximal phalanx fractures: a randomized controlled trial. J Orthop Trauma. 2019;33(8):e289-e295.
Brown KL, Martinez-Velez R, Singh S. Functional outcomes following proximal phalanx fractures of the hand: meta-analysis of current evidence. Orthop Rev. 2023;15(2):105-118.
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