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Finger Anatomy and Techniques
Introduction
Like the wrist, most patients with finger pathology are examined seated opposite the examiner. Interventional procedures can be carried out with the patient prone and their hand extended above their head if there is anxiety or fainting risk.
Position 1: Base of Thumb
Imaging Goals
- 1.
Identify the scaphotrapeziotrapezoid joint (STTJ) and the first carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ).
- 2.
Locate the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) and aponeurosis of the first metacarpophalangeal joint (MCPJ).
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