Alternative Names & Classifications:
Broken Hand (CLINICAL), Metacarpal Fracture (CLINICAL)
Description
A metacarpal fracture involves a break in the structural bones forming the palm of the hand. The most famous variation is the 'boxer's fracture,' which breaks the metacarpal of the pinky finger, typically resulting from punching a hard object with a closed fist. Crushing injuries from machinery or heavy falling objects are also common causes.