Pediatric Finger Fractures: Preventing Big Problems After Small Fractures.

J Hand Surg Am · Mar 2026 · Review

Lalchandani GR, Berger A, Schroeder NS, Bauer AS

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA

Hand & Upper Extremity Pediatric Orthopaedics

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONMost pediatric finger fractures heal well nonoperatively, but recognizing problematic patterns guides surgical indications for optimal outcomes.
Abstract, as published

Pediatric finger fractures are among the most common injuries of the hand. Although most can be treated nonsurgically with good results, a small subset benefits from intervention. The purpose of this review was to provide an update on potentially problematic pediatric phalanx fractures. We will review common finger fractures unique to pediatric patients, classifications, surgical indications, and treatment options for chronic presentations.

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