A Fractured Metacarpal: What You Need to Know
A Fractured Metacarpal: What You Need to Know
Source: Verywell Health
A metacarpal fracture is a common injury of the hand that involves one or more of the five metacarpal bones that run from the wrist (carpal) bones to the knuckles.1 An impact injury, such as a fall or blow to the hand, is usually the cause.