What is Swan Neck Deformity?
Swan neck deformity is a condition in which the distal joint (behind the nail) of the finger goes into flexion and the proximal joint goes into extension.
What are the causes?
- Rhuematoid arthritis
- Mallet finger
What are the symptoms?
- Swelling
- Intense pain
What are the treatment?
- Finger brace
- Skin release
- Ligament reconstruction
- Joint replacement
