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Had mri done to right hand possible tfcc tear. what would cause pinky to overlap ring finger in the same hand with pain.

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Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Usually a TFC: Tear does not cause finger overlapping. Tfc problems cause pain and changes in the wrist. Finger overlapping are normally seen at fractures or nerve injuries.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Overlap of fingers : Top 5 list 1.Fracture with rotation 2.Rupture of extensor mechanism ( sagital band ) at mp joints 3. Swelling in finger 4. Lag in flexion with normal physiologic overlap accentuated 5. Stiffness in finger ( same as 4) not on list ..Tfcc tear.

Dr Fitzmaurice agreed

Answered 10/31/2013

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A member asked:

Had mri done to right hand possible tfcc tear. what would cause pinky to overlap ring finger in the same hand with pain.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Dr Fitzmaurice agreed

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