A member asked:

Broke my hand and the 5th metacarpal rotated 40 degrees 3 manipulations, still hurts and a problem what do i do?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Rotated?: 5th metacarpal neck fractures ( boxer fxs.) are very common after closed fist injury. Angulation is very common but malrotation is not. Closed reduction( Jahss) is a common treatment followed by splinting.Angulation is well tolerated by the 5th metacarpal and 30 degrees or less is acceptable.Metacarpal shaft fractures that are malrotated require surgery. Best of Luck!

Answered 4/14/2015

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