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Extreme hand pain in palm & index finger knuckle. mri 6 mos ago read 5 mm volar subluxation of proximal phalanx. is that anything of concern?

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Yes that could be: Most likely this is due to arthritis. However if you have had any injury it could represent ligament or tendon damage. You should see an orthopedic hand specialist.

Answered 4/20/2019

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Subluxation of a : Proximal phalanx at the mcl joint may be associated with an inflammatory arthritis or an injury to that joint. Typically the index an middle fingers are affected first in inflamm arthritic findings in the hand vs the little and ring. Mri is sometmes is innacurate or over read as well. A rheumatologist or hand surgeon may add insight.

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