The Celtics operate as a well-oiled machine that is the sum of all its parts. When a key part is missing, their absence is evident. As the season enters its final stretch, Boston has worked to ...

We use our hands frequently everyday. Considering the manner we put them to use, it is not surprising that our hands are often prone to injuries. However, it is reassuring to know that most hand ...

Mallet finger is one of the most common closed tendon injuries of the hand. It occurs when the distal phalanx is held in extension while a flexion force is applied across the joint. The trauma results ...

Saints quarterback Taysom Hill injured a finger on his throwing hand Thursday night when the hand hit the arm of a Cowboys defender. He played the remainder of the game, which the Saints eventually ...

Q: Will mallet finger worsen if left untreated? A: Mallet finger can remain the same or worsen if left untreated. A: An orthopedic surgeon or plastic surgeon or general surgeon specialized in treating ...

The Boston Celtics’ latest injury report for Friday night’s showdown with the first-place Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden includes several players, but one in particular stands out. Veteran guard ...

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday gave an update on his injured hand Sunday afternoon. Prior to the team's tilt against the Denver Nuggets, Holiday shared he was just as surprised by the diagnosis as ...

A 19-year-old man injured his right index finger while playing volleyball. The ball hit the tip of his finger, causing it to forcefully flex. He presented to his family physician’s clinic 2 weeks ...