Journal of Hand Surgery-American Volume

Article	Citations
Masthead	89
Journal CME Questions	82
Masthead	58
Biomechanical Comparison of Two Fixation Techniques for Lateral Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair With Ligament Bracing	48
Pigmented Nail Lesions: When to Observe, When to Biopsy, When to Widely Excise, and When to Amputate?	40
The Impact of Cement Mantle Characteristics on Early Loosening in Primary Total Elbow Arthroplasty	36
Journal CME Questions	33
Masthead	31
The Interobserver Reliability of Grading of Distal Radius Volar Plate Prominence	30
Optimizing Volar Tilt Restoration and Plate Position in Distal Radius Fractures	29
A Suture Method for Collateral Ligaments of the Finger Proximal Interphalangeal Joint: A Cadaver Study	28
Arthroscopic Capitate Partial Resection for Kienböck Disease: Postoperative Outcomes	28
Rater Agreement of Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis of the Distal Interphalangeal Joint 12 Years After a Mallet Finger Fracture	27
The Importance of Active Exercise in Treatment of Tendinous Mallet Finger: Insights From a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial	27
Table of Contents	27
Linkages Between the Brief Michigan Hand Questionnaire and PROMIS Upper Extremity CATv2.0 Scores in Hand Surgery: A Crosswalk Study	26
Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing 3-Point Prefabricated Orthosis and Elastic Tape Versus Cast Immobilization for the Nonsurgical Management of Mallet Finger	26
Preoperative Patient-Reported Data Indicate the Risk of Prolonged Opioid Use After Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeries	25
Mapping Origins of Tendons on the Lateral Epicondyle	25
Atypical Hand Infections	24
Nerve transfer to biceps muscle using a part of ulnar nerve for C5–C6 avulsion of the brachial plexus: Anatomical study and report of four cases	24
Secondary Thumb Reconstruction via Ectopic Banking of Bony Phalanges From a Nonreplantable Amputated Thumb: A Follow-Up Study	24
The Displaced Fleck Sign: Description of a Radiographic Finding Consistent with Grade III Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears with Stener Lesions	24
Integrated Compression Screw Versus Unicortical Locking Screw for Fixing the Dorsal Critical Corner in Distal Radius Fractures: A Biomechanical Study	24
Conversion of Total Wrist Arthrodesis to a Total Wrist Arthroplasty: Twelve Patients Followed for 7 (2–16) Years	23

Ulnar Wrist Denervation: Articular Branching Pattern and Selective Blockade of the Dorsal Branch of the Ulnar Nerve	22
Trapeziometacarpal Joint Arthrodesis Using a Locking Plate and Headless Compression Screw With an Autogenous Bone Graft	22
Biomechanical Analysis of Headless Compression Screw Versus Tension Band Wiring for Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthrodesis	22
Quantifying the Burden of Unmet Upper Extremity Care Need in Low-Middle Income Countries: A Four-Country, Cluster-Randomized Study	21
Variation in Recommended Treatment Strategies Among American Surgeons for Actual Adult Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury Cases	21
A History of Anatomical Eponyms of the Ulnar Nerve	21
Is There a Critical Dorsal Lunate Facet Size in Distal Radius Fractures That Leads to Dorsal Carpal Subluxation? A Biomechanical Study of the Dorsal Critical Corner	21
Evaluating the Association Between Health Literacy and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures After Distal Radius Fracture	20
Risk Factors for Preventable Emergency Department Use After Outpatient Hand Surgery	20
Targeting Myofibroblasts as a Treatment Modality for Dupuytren Disease	20
Catastrophic Health Care Expenditure Following Brachial Plexus Injury	20
Lateral Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair With Suture-Tape Augmentation for Traumatic Elbow Instability	20
Does Preservation of Metacarpophalangeal Joint Vascularity Protect Against Physeal Arrest in Index Finger Pollicization?	18
Diagnosis, Pathology, and Management of Pain in the Ischemic Hand: A Comprehensive Review	18
Table of Contents	18
Management of Ulnar Nerve Irritation by Pisiformectomy: A Clinical Anatomical Study	18
Journal CME Instructions	18
Age-Related Effects on Peripheral Nerve Regeneration	18
Distal Radius Volar Shear Fractures: A Computed Tomography Characterization and Analysis	18
Hand Call Practices and Satisfaction: Survey Results From Hand Surgeons in the United States	17
Re-Evaluation of the Indications for the Camitz Procedure in Severe Carpal Tunnel Syndrome	17
Risk Factors for Failure of Nonsurgical Management of Ulnar Shaft Fractures	17
Commentary on Mental and Physical Health Disparities in Patients With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Living With High Levels of Social Deprivation	17
Journal CME Instructions	17
A Radiographic Classification of Capitate Morphology and Its Association With Kienböck Disease	17
Is Hand Therapy Associated With a Delay in Surgical Treatment in Thumb Carpometacarpal Arthritis?	17
The Diagnostic Value of the Scapholunate C-Sign: A New Tool for Detecting Through-and-Through Scapholunate Interosseous Ligament Injuries	17
Editorial Board	16
Ulnar Shortening Osteotomy Versus the Wafer Procedure in the Treatment of Idiopathic Ulnar Impaction Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	16
Transfer of Middle and Posterior Deltoid Extended by the Lateral Intermuscular Septum for Elbow Extension Reconstruction	15
The Association Between Distal Screw and Articular Subsidence in the Open Treatment of Intra-articular Distal Radius Fractures	15
Clinical Outcomes Following Surgical Management of Post-Traumatic Elbow Contractures in the Pediatric Age Group: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review	15
Effectiveness of Sodium Hyaluronate and ADCON-T/N for the Prevention of Adhesions in Hand Flexor Tendon Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	15
Weight-Bearing Computed Tomography Analysis of Scapholunate Ligament Injury	15
Establishing and Maintaining Congenital Upper Limb Difference Registries: Insights From Global Experiences	15
Self-Reported Physical Function and Grit Are Not Correlated in Patients Who Undergo Open Reduction Internal Fixation for Distal Radius Fractures	14
Long-Term Outcome of Electrodiagnostic Values and Symptom Improvement After Carpal Tunnel Release: A Retrospective Cohort Study	14
Private Equity: An Emerging Practice Model	14
Journal CME Questions	14
Long-Term Outcomes of Biceps Rerouting for Flexible Supination Contractures in Children With Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries	14
Journal CME Questions	14
Biomechanics of a Scapholunate Bridge Augmentation Technique Using All-Suture, Knotless Anchors	14
Nonvascularized Iliac Crest Bone Graft for Reconstruction of the First Metacarpal in Type IIIB Thumb Hypoplasia: A Radiographic Follow-Up Study	14
Journal CME Questions	14
Effects of 4-Aminopyridine on Combined Nerve and Muscle Injury and Bone Loss	14
Test–Retest Reliability and Precision of the Rotterdam Intrinsic Hand Myometer	14
Journal CME Questions	14
Predicting Surgical Versus Nonsurgical Management of Acute Isolated Distal Radius Fractures in Patients Under Age 60 Using a Convolutional Neural Network	13
Self-Reported Improvement After Carpal Tunnel Release in Patients With Motor Axonal Loss	13
Shoulder Function Reconstruction in Brachial Plexus Birth Injury: Anterior Shoulder Release and Spinal Accessory to Suprascapular Nerve Transfer	13

Identifying Predictors of Radiographic Distal Phalangeal Nonunion After Fingertip Replantation	13
Comprehensive Examination of Upper-Extremity Spasticity	13
Risk Factors for Nonunion After Distal Phalangeal Fractures of the Hand	13
The Use of Relative Motion Flexion Orthoses for Chronic Boutonniere Deformity	12
Journal CME Questions	12
Journal CME Instructions	12
Journal CME Questions	12
Upper-Extremity Nerve Transfers for Sensation: A Systematic Review	12
Impact of an Electronic Health Record Pain Medication Prescribing Tool on Opioid Prescriptions for Postoperative Pain in Hand, Orthopedic, Plastic, and Spine Surgery Across a Health Care System	12
Helping Surgeons’ Hands: A Biomechanical Evaluation of Ergonomic Instruments	12
Return to Work After Surgery For Trapeziometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis in Relation to Occupational Hand Force Requirements	12
Journal CME Instructions	12
Utility of Routine Histopathologic and Culture Analysis in Wrist Tenosynovectomy	12
Investigation Into the Effects of Intra-Articular Steroid on Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis in Distal Radius Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study	12
The Effects of Radial Longitudinal Deficiency on Long-Term Use of the Thumb in Pediatric Patients Following Index Pollicization	12
Effectiveness of Delayed Surgical Treatment for Distal Radius Fractures With Loss of Reduction	12
Commentary on “Motion-Preserving Procedures in the Treatment of Scapholunate Advanced Collapse Wrist”	12
Journal CME Questions	12
Perioperative Patient Experience in Office-Based Wide-Awake Hand Surgery	12
Targeted Brain Rehabilitation: Development, Feasibility, and Usability of a Novel Virtual Reality System for Phantom Limb Pain Management and Amputee Rehabilitation	11
Nonsurgical Treatment Versus Intramedullary Fixation of Displaced Metacarpal Shaft Fractures	11
Osteochondral Autograft From the Hamate for Treating Partial Defect of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint	11
Interpreting Electrodiagnostic Studies for the Management of Nerve Injury	11
Update on Perioperative Medication Management for the Hand Surgeon: A Focus on Diabetes, Weight Loss, Rheumatologic, and Antithrombotic Medications	11
Vascularized Cartilage: Development of a New Technique of Microsurgical Joint Reconstruction	11
Ultrasonic Anchor-Assisted Restoration of the Scapholunate Ligament Complex: A Cadaveric Study	11
Assessing Osteoarthritis Risk After Retrograde Intramedullary Headless Screw Fixation for Metacarpal Fractures: A Minimum Six-Year Follow-Up Study	11
Effect of Time-To-Surgery on Distal Radius Fracture Outcomes: A Systematic Review	11
Commentary on “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Potential Early, Red-Flag Sign of Amyloidosis”	11
The Impact of Social Deprivation and Hand Therapy Attendance on Range of Motion After Flexor Tendon Repair	11
Hand Surgery in Patients with a History of Lymphedema: A Review of Current Concepts and Opinions	11
Length of Plates and Number of Screws for the Fixation of Distal Humerus Fractures: A Finite Element Biomechanical Study	11
Journal CME Questions	11
Evaluation of Vapocoolant Spray Before Local Anesthetic Infiltration During Percutaneous Needle Aponeurotomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial	11
A Biomechanical Cadaveric Comparison of Three Fixation Methods for Bennett Fractures	11
Commentary for Steyers et al, “A Role Delineation Study of Hand Surgery”	10
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Potential Early, Red-Flag Sign of Amyloidosis	10
Union and Complication Rates After Total Wrist Arthrodesis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	10
Demographic Variations in Amputation Rates for Upper-Extremity Necrotizing Fasciitis	10
Masthead	10
Clarification of Extensor Tenotomy for Finger Deformities	10
Journal CME Instructions	10
Swelling, Stiffness, and Dysfunction Following Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Sprains	10
Buttress Plating for Type 3-4-5 Jersey Finger Fractures: Without Bone Fragment Disruption and With a Challenging Rate of Hardware Removal–A Case Series	10
Interobserver Reliability of the Trampoline Test, Hook Test, and Suction Test in Arthroscopic Assessment of Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Lesions	10
Metacarpophalangeal Joint Pyrocarbon Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis: An Analysis of 44 Arthroplasties	10
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Assessment of Ulnar Wrist Pain: A Practical Guide for Surgeons	10
Table of Contents	10
Journal CME Questions	10
Journal CME Questions	10
Table of Contents	10
Editorial Board	10
Strategies for Work-up and Treatment of Case Scenarios in Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome	10
Are Patients With Adult Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injuries Satisfied With Their Appearance?	10
Comparative Biomechanical Study of Fragment-Specific Plates and Headless Screws for Radial Styloid and Lunate Facet Fixation in Distal Radius Fracture Evaluated in a Synthetic Composite	10
Masthead	10
Table of Contents	10
Editorial Board	10
Journal CME Instructions	10
Influence of Dynamic Factors on Ulnar Impaction Syndrome: An Axial Compression Test Using Fresh-Frozen Cadavers	9
Reconstruction of the Thumb Metacarpophalangeal Ulnar Collateral Ligament With an Adductor Pollicis Slip: An Anatomic Evaluation	9
Noninferiority Trial Design: Opportunities and Challenges	9
Altered Ulnar Variance With Full-Body Weight-Bearing During Handstands With Upper Extremity Weight-Bearing CT	9
A Comparison of Tenosynovial and Transverse Carpal Ligament Biopsy for Amyloid Detection in Open Carpal Tunnel Release	9
Will the Use of Intraoperative Liposomal Bupivacaine During Thumb Carpometacarpal Arthroplasty Decrease Postoperative Use of Opioids? A Prospective Randomized Study	9
Return to Sport Following Distal Triceps Repair	9
The Association Between Annular Pulley Morphology and Maximal Fingertip Force	9
An Analysis of Profundus Tendon Repairs After Distal Phalanx Amputation in a Cadaveric Model of Little Finger Superficialis Deficiency	9
Journal CME Questions	9
Induced Membrane Technique for the Treatment of Infected Forearm Nonunion: A Retrospective Study	9
Single-Stage Versus Staged Fasciectomy for Severe PIPJ Contractures in Dupuytren Disease: A Retrospective Comparative Study	9
Over-the-Top Foveal Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Repair	9
Thinking Outside the Operating Room: Guidance on Designing a Safe and Effective Minor Procedure Room	9
Comparative Computer-Aided Analysis of Three-Dimensional Carpal Alignment in Scapholunate Advanced Collapse and Healthy Wrists	9
Factors Influencing the Successful Treatment of Recurrent Trigger Finger With Repeated Corticosteroid Injections: A Prospective Cohort Study	9
From the Archives, December 2025	9
Exposing the Hidden Nail: Matrix-Sparing Secondary Exposure After Adipofascial Flap Reconstruction of Distal Fingertips	9
A Cadaveric Anatomy Study of the Shape-Modified Radial Forearm Flap	9
Dynamic Evaluation of Intraneural Microvascularity of the Ulnar Nerve Using Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasonography in Patients With Cubital Tunnel Syndrome	9
Rethinking Complications in Hand Surgery	9

Assessment of Technical Competence in Distal Radius Fracture Fixation by a Volar Locking Plate: A Global Delphi Consensus Study	9
Appropriateness of Self-Scheduled Office Visits in Outpatient Hand Surgery	8
Editorial Board	8
Sensitivity and Specificity of the Brachial Plexus Outcome Measure Activity Scale: A Retrospective Cohort Study	8
A Changing Landscape in the Surgical Management of Wrist Arthritis: An Analysis of National Trends From 2009 to 2019	8
Why I Love the Index Finger?	8
Do Patients Want to Be Involved in Their Carpal Tunnel Surgery Decisions? A Multicenter Study	8
Assessment of Ulnar Carpal Translocation and Carpal Alignment After Volar Plate Fixation With Vascularized Bone Graft for Scaphoid Waist Fracture Nonunions	8
Moving Minor Hand Surgeries Out of the Operating Room and Into the Office-Based Procedure Room: A Population-Based Trend Analysis	8
The Results of Hook Plate Fixation for Palmar Fracture Dislocation of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint	8
Journal CME Questions	8
Donor-Site Morbidity for Iliac Crest Harvesting for Pediatric Scaphoid Nonunion	8
Digital Papillary Adenocarcinoma in the Dorsal Proximal Ring Finger	8
Masthead	8
Triceps-to-Biceps Tendon Transfer for Restoration of Elbow Flexion in Brachial Plexus Injury	8
Twenty-Year Experience With Primary Distal Radioulnar Joint Arthroplasty From a Single Institution	8
Ulnar Slip Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Excision in Trigger Finger Surgery: Anatomic Study	8
Cross-Sectional Area of the Median Nerve as a Prognostic Indicator in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treated With Local Steroid Injection	8
Blocking Plate for Volar Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Fracture Dislocation	8
Ten Reasons Why Prospective Randomized Studies in Surgery Are Flawed and Fundamentally Different From Drug Trials	8
Small Joint Denervation of the Hand and Thumb Base: History, Anatomy, Technique, and Outcomes	8
Clinical Outcomes of Surgical Repair for Partial Distal Biceps Tendon Tears	8
Journal CME Questions	8
The Three-Dimensional Relationship of the Axes of the Capitate and Third Metacarpal	8
The Moderating Effect of Age on Patient-Reported Benefits From Operative Management of Intra-Articular Distal Radius Fractures: A Meta-Regression Analysis	8
Osteolysis Following the Use of Polyetheretherketone Suture Anchors in Hand and Wrist Surgery: A Preliminary Study	8
In Vivo Tracking of Amniotic Fluid Derived Stem Cells on Acellular Nerve Graft	7
Photobacterium damsela Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Arm	7
Editorial Board	7
Advancements and Clinical Applications of Machine Learning for Hand Pose Estimation	7
A Multicenter Prospective Study of 3,110 Consecutive Cases of Elective Epinephrine Use in the Fingers and Hand: The Dalhousie Project Clinical Phase	7
Reoperation Rate in Thumb Metacarpophalangeal Fusions Using Nitinol Compression Staples	7
Assessing the Effect of Time From Injection of Collagenase to Manipulation on Success Rates in Dupuytren Disease	7
Journal CME Questions	7
Bone Health Screening Prior to Medicare Eligibility—Osteoporosis Screening and Fracture Prevention After Distal Radius Fractures in Patients Aged 50–59	7
A Prospective Randomized Pilot Study: One-Year Outcomes of Ligament Reconstruction Tendon Interposition Versus Suture Tape Suspensionplasty for Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Arthritis	7
The Anatomy of Nerve Transfers Used in Tetraplegic Hand Reconstruction	7
Evidence-Based Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Clean Hand Surgeries: An Educational Intervention to Decrease Use	7
Biomechanical Comparison of Volar Plate Repair Versus Volar Plate Repair With Suture Tape Augmentation at the Finger Proximal Interphalangeal Joint	7
Direct Economic Burden of Cubital Tunnel Surgery in the United States: Total Payments and Components of Cost	7
Total Wrist Arthroplasty	7
Upper-Extremity Compartment Syndrome: Comparison of Substance-Related Found Down and Acute Trauma Mechanisms	7
Surgeons' Recommendations for Neurodiagnostic Testing With High Pretest Probability of Idiopathic Median Neuropathy at the Carpal Tunnel	7
Table of Contents	7
Complications and Outcomes of Bone-Anchored Prostheses of the Hand: A Systematic Review	7
Evaluating the Need for Simultaneous Carpal Tunnel Release With Forearm Fasciotomy	7
Response to Commentary on “Skin Cancer of the Hand: Current Management and New Horizons”	7
Editorial Board	7
Clinical Practice Guidelines	7
Variation in Interpretation of Provocative Tests for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome	7
Reducing Health Care’s Carbon Footprint: The Environmental Impact of Telephone Clinic Visits for Hand Surgery	7
Passive Mobilization With Place-and-Hold Versus Active Mobilization Therapy After Flexor Tendon Repair: 5-Year Minimum Follow-Up of a Randomized Controlled Trial	7
Masthead	7
A Multicenter Prospective Randomized Comparison of Conduits Versus Decellularized Nerve Allograft for Digital Nerve Repairs	7
Determining the Optimal Intramedullary Screw Canal Fill Ratio in Length Unstable Metacarpal Fractures: A Biomechanical Investigation	7
Journal CME Questions	6
Modified Wassel-Flatt Type III Radial Polydactyly: Subtypes and Their Outcomes	6
Trapezoidal Osteotomy for Treatment of Long-Standing Nonunion of Lateral Humeral Condyle Fracture With Cubitus Valgus Deformity	6
Prevalence and Subtypes of Tenosynovial Amyloid in Patients Undergoing Carpal Tunnel Release	6
Length Changes in the Interosseous Membrane During Forearm Rotation: A 3-Dimensional Study In Vivo	6
Amyloidosis and Considerations for the Hand Surgeon	6
Base of the Third Metacarpal as a Palpable and Reliable Landmark for Identifying the Median Nerve’s Thenar Branch	6
Reconstruction of Digit Soft Tissue Defects With the Fourth Common Digital Artery Perforator Flap	6
Vascular Problems in Elite Throwing Athletes	6
Are Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Distal Radius Fractures Validated for Spanish and Culture? A Systematic Review	6
The Use of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for Diagnosis of Peripheral Nerve Compression Syndromes	6
2024 ASSH Presidential Address: Making Space	6
Biomechanical Comparison of Dual and Posterior Locking Plates in an Ex Vivo Comminuted Olecranon Fracture Model	6
Radiographic Characteristics of the Triphalangeal Thumb in Patients With Congenital Thumb Duplication: An Analysis of 383 Thumbs in 368 Children	6
Journal CME Questions	6
Tibial Nerve Repair in a Dog Model: Effect of Local and Systemic Administration of Erythropoietin	6
Evaluating Male Patients’ Understanding of Osteoporosis Evaluation and Treatment Following a Distal Radius Fracture	6
From the Archives—Commentary on “Digital Function Following Flexor Tendon Repair in Zone II: A Comparison of Immobilization and Controlled Passive Motion Techniques”	6
Responsiveness of the Brief Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire and Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Pain Interference in the Context of Patient Mental Health	6
Hand Carpometacarpal Joint Instability in Elite Boxers: Injury Characteristics, Surgical Technique, and Outcomes	6
Journal CME Questions	6
Journal CME Instructions	6
Hand Allodynia, Lack of Finger Flexion, and the Need for Carpal Tunnel Release	6
A Rare Case of Rosai-Dorfman Disease Affecting the Brachial Plexus: A Case Report	6
Hand Surgery Outreach—From Short-Term “Missions” to Capacity Building	6
Table of Contents	6
Journal CME Questions	6
Amyloid Biopsy During Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release: A Comparison of Tenosynovial and Antebrachial Fascia Specimens	6
Journal CME Questions	6
Apex Posterior Overcorrection of the Ulna Increases Radial Head Stability in Anterior Monteggia Fractures: An In Vitro Biomechanical Study	6
The Role of Exosomes in Upper-Extremity Tissue Regeneration	6
Brachialis Branch to Radial Nerve Transfer for Reanimation of Wrist and Finger Extension: An Anatomical Feasibility Study	6
Trapezium Tunnel Syndrome	6
Acute Mallet Finger Injuries—A Review	6
Epithelioid Sarcoma Presenting in the Thumb of a Child	6
Letter to the Editor Regarding “The Contribution of the Distal Oblique Band to Distal Radioulnar Joint Stability”	6
Long-Term Outcomes of Radial Shortening Osteotomy for Kienböck Disease: Minimum 20-Year Follow-Up Study	6
Editorial Board	6
Editorial Board	6
Journal CME Questions	6