bone graft surgery on the distal phalange of the index finger

[jbjax]

Any body have a commenton how much range of motion and finger health you can recover when you opt for bone graft surgery to replace the distal phalange of the index finger?

[S. Kaul, MD]

Hi there!

Well, the expected prognosis would depend on the extent of grafting. If only a small portion was involved and tendons were unaffected, recovery may be near normal; however if the joint was involved, the distal inter-phalangeal joint may not be rendered capable of movement. It would be best to discuss the expected prognosis in detail with your treating orthopedician.
Hope this is helpful.

Take care!

[jbjax]

I meant to say the proximal phalange.