Surface Replacement Arthroplasty of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Using a Volar Approach: Case Series

Arthroplasty of the proximal interphalangeal joint with the TACTYS® prosthesis: Preliminary results after a minimum follow-up of 2 years

“…As far as range of motion is concerned, mean ROMFE was 588, which is similar to the mean range of motion of the PIP joint which was 608 [24]. This figure was comparable to that reported in the studies published by Jennings et al [22] (ROMFE = 588), Stoecklein et al [25] (ROMFE = 608) and Daecke et al [21] (ROMFE = 658) using SBI 1 SR-PIP implants.…”

The palmar approach for PIP-arthroplasty according to Simmen: results after 8 years follow-up

“…After an average follow-up time of 3.4 years, only one joint showed a dorsal subluxation. In a recent case series by Stoecklein et al, six joints were operated using a palmar approach with a gain of motion of 27° [25]. Herren et al compared the palmar and dorsal approach for pyrocarbon implants and could show a significant higher range of motion for joints replaced through the palmar approach [13].…”

Advances in Small Joint Arthroplasty of the Hand

“…In fact, Daecke et al found a 2° loss of PIP joint motion at 3 year follow-up (38). Using a volar approach for implant placement, Stoecklein et al reported a 27° increase in total arc of motion (p=0.03) (39). Although the volar approach mandates a shot-gun approach to the joint and collateral ligament division, the extensor mechanism integrity is maintained allowing for early postoperative motion.…”