Reduction criteria Metacarpal or phalangeal Fracture

Acceptable reduction of metacarpal or phalangeal fractures
Angulation In plane of joint motion: If distal active range of motion acceptable
Out of plane of motion less than 10 degrees without crossing or deformity
Rotation None
Joint gap less than 2 mm
Articular step off None
Subluxation No Concentric Incongruity

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