Abstract
This case study describes a 50-year-old man’s chief complaint of inability to fully extend the right little finger at the level of the distal phalanx. This loss of function occurred after an incident at home. This case challenge will allow the nurse practitioner to identify the history of the presenting complaint and apply clinical knowledge and musculoskeletal examination techniques to aid diagnosis and treatment.
•How does mallet finger present differently from other types of hand injury?•Common mechanisms of injury associated with mallet finger are presented.•Discussion on specific diagnostic techniques.
