Trends and patterns in hand injuries during the a pandemic
Abstract
A significant portion of the musculoskeletal extremity injuries are hand and finger injuries. Strict government measures during the COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in incidence, types and mechanisms of hand injuries. Data is needed to develop targeted strategies for management and treatment of these injuries effectively in case of future pandemics. In this retrospective study, data were gathered during calendar weeks 11-18 in the years 2019 (pre-pandemic) and 2020 (pandemic). Patients were categorized into adults and children (
Fields of Study & Subjects
Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
COVID-19 and healthcare impacts
Sports injuries and prevention
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Orthopaedic Reports
- Volume
- 5
- Issue
- 4
- Pages
- 100917–100917
- Publication date
- 10 February 2026
- Language
- EN