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Boxer's Fracture Recovery Exercises for Hand and Finger Mobility

#Boxers fracture A boxer’s fracture is a break in the neck of the 5th metacarpal, which is the bone in the hand that connects to the little finger. It typically occurs due to a punching injury—hence the name "boxer's" fracture. Key Points: Location: Neck of the 5th metacarpal (sometimes 4th too) Cause: Punching a hard object with a closed fist Symptoms: Pain and swelling over the knuckle Bruising Possible deformity (the knuckle may look "sunken") Reduced grip strength Diagnosis: X-ray to confirm