Mallet

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Mallet (medicine)

Mallet (pronounced: /ˈmalɪt/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a specific type of injury to the finger.

Etymology

The term "mallet" is derived from the French word "maillet", which means a small hammer. This is in reference to the shape that the finger takes on when it is affected by this type of injury.

Definition

A Mallet Finger is a deformity of the finger caused when the tendon that straightens your finger (the extensor tendon) is damaged. This can cause your finger to droop, and it might not straighten completely. This condition is also sometimes referred to as "baseball finger."

Related Terms

  • Extensor Tendon: The tendon that helps in straightening the finger. Damage to this tendon can result in a mallet finger.
  • Tendon: A flexible but inelastic cord of strong fibrous collagen tissue attaching a muscle to a bone.
  • Deformity: Distortion or disfigurement of a part of the body.
  • Finger: One of the five digits of the hand, particularly one other than the thumb.

Treatment

Treatment for a mallet finger injury may include the use of a splint to hold the finger straight (in extension) until it heals, or in severe cases, surgery may be required. It is recommended to consult with a Healthcare Professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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