What is Boxer Fracture?
A boxer’s fracture is the common name for a fracture at the neck of a metacarpal bone, whose head participates in forming the knuckles of the hand. The fracture usually occurs at the neck of the metacarpal , which forms the knuckle of the little finger.
What is the causes?
It is usually caused by the impact of a clenched fist with a skull or a hard, immovable object. The knuckle of the index finger tends to lead the rest of the knuckles in a hard punch, and the knuckle compresses and snaps the neck of the metacarpal bone.
What are the treatment?
- Splint
- Anti-swelling Medication
- Surgical Treatment
