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Can joint replacement be done on fingers?
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Yes could be done: Many joint replacement done on the finger joints.
Answered 12/4/2012
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Finger joint pain: Finger joints such s the mcp ( big knuckle) the pip ( next joint down can be replaced though commonly for the pip joint border digints are arthrodesed or fused. Distal joint ( near the nail) are more communal fused as well. The thumb joint at the base typically has some form or excisional joint arthroplasty or a fusion depening upon several factors.
Answered 3/25/2023
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