Soft tissue distraction using pentagonal frame for long-standing traumatic flexion deformity of interphalangeal joints.

Objective: Interphalangeal joint contracture is a challenging complication of hand trauma, which reduces the functional capacity of the entire hand. In this study we evaluated the results of soft tissue distraction with no collateral ligament transection or volar plate removal in comparison with traditional operation of contracture release and partial ligament transection and volar plate removal.

Methods: In this prospective study, a total of 40 patients in two equal groups (A and B) were studied.