Research Article

Extension Mechanism of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint of the Human Phalanx: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Study

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Experiment with metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint with 0 degree (a). The MP joint angle can be changed freely while the structures distal to the MP joint are keeping their position (b). FDS: flexor digitorum superficialis; MC: metacarpal; P1: proximal phalanx; P2: middle phalanx.
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