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finger /fin·ger/ (fing´ger) one of the five digits of the hand.

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baseball finger  mallet f.

clubbed finger  a finger with clubbing.

index finger  forefinger.

mallet finger  partial permanent flexion of the terminal phalanx of a finger caused by an object striking the end or back of the finger, owing to rupture of the attachment of the extensor tendon.

ring finger  the fourth digit of the hand.

webbed fingers  syndactyly of the fingers.

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fin·ger (fnggr)

n.

One of the five digits of the hand, especially one other than the thumb.

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finger

Etymology: AS, fingar

any of the digits of the hand. The fingers are composed of three bony phalanges. Some anatomists regard the thumb as a finger, since its metacarpal bone ossifies in the same way as a phalanx. Other anatomists regard the thumb as being composed of a metacarpal bone and two phalanges. The digits of the hand are anatomically numbered 1 to 5, starting with the thumb. See also nail , def. 1.

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Finger

Anatomy A digit of the hand
Drug slang A regional term for a marijuana cigarette; a joint
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Molecular biology A short, very specific sequence of amino acids

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finger [fing´ger]

one of the five digits of the hand.

baseball finger mallet finger.

clubbed finger one affected by clubbing.

hammer finger mallet f.

index finger forefinger.

mallet finger partial permanent flexion of the terminal phalanx of a finger caused by a ball or other object striking the end or back of the finger, resulting in rupture of the attachment of the extensor tendon. Called also baseball or hammer finger.

webbed f's syndactyly of the fingers.

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finger,

n any one of the five digits of the hand.

finger, clubbed,

n a condition seen in hypertrophic osteoarthropathy where the base angle between the base of the fingernail and adjacent dorsal surface of the terminal phalanx is obliterated and becomes 180 degrees or greater. The base of the nail projects downward, and the area of nail is increased.

finger positions,

n.pl the positions of the fingers when operating; refers not only to the fingers grasping the instrument but also to the fingers used for rests, support, and holding the tissues out of the way.

finger rest,

n an integral part of instrumentation, in which the fingers of the working hand rest on the teeth, adjacent tissues, and fingers of the opposing hand to improve control of the working stroke of an instrument by providing a fulcrum for movement of the working fingers and instruments.

finger rest, reinforced,

n the position of the fingers that provides additional force to the instrument by allowing the thumb of the nondominant hand to be placed on the handle or shank of the instrument while the index (first) finger of the nondominant hand is placed on the adjacent tooth.

finger rest, substitute,

n the position of the fingers used when the customary resting point on an adjacent tooth is inhibited by a missing or inadequately supported tooth. The substitute finger rest may be the dental arch or a gauze sponge or cotton roll packed into the appropriate area.

finger rest, supplementary,

n the position of the fingers that provides additional support by allowing the index (first) finger of the dominant or instrument hand to rest on the index finger of the nondominant hand when it is placed on the occlusal surface of the adjacent teeth.

finger strut,

n a bar or similar component of the infrastructure of a subperiosteal or endosteal implant that projects from it, being attached at only one side.

finger sucking,

n the habit of sucking the finger (or thumb) for oral gratification. It is normal in infants and young children as a comforting device, especially when tired or hungry. If the habit persists beyond the eruption of the permanent teeth, it may cause a malocclusion of the anterior teeth.

finger sweep,

n a method whereby one uses fingers to remove a foreign object from the oral cavity of an unconscious individual. Finger sweeps should not be performed on small children unless one can clearly see the object.

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Patient discussion about finger.

Q. I broke my pinkie finger a year ago. It is locked in a curved position. How can I straiten it out?

A. Finger rehab:
After the first few days of splinting, start range of motion exercises.
Range of motion: Warm the finger for 10 minutes (heating pad or sink of warm water). Gently bend the finger until it begins to feel uncomfortable, then hold the stretch for 30 seconds. Rest for a minute, then do it again. Repeat 10 times. Now straighten the finger and hold for 30 seconds, rest a minute, and repeat 10 times. If the finger has increased discomfort after the exercises, ice the wrist for 20 minutes after the exercises. Do the exercises twice a day. http://www.utahmountainbiking.com/firstaid/finger.htm Hope this helps.

Q. Anyone know why it hurts so much when you smash one of your finger nails?

A. two levels to that answer. first one is that it has an immense amount of sensory nerves there. so you will be able to do delicate jobs with your fingers. the fingers are almost the most sensitive part of our body. the second level is - if you look evolutionary speaking- the fingernails were an important part of our body like our teeth are. they were a very important tool we should take care of them. and if it hurts like hell when you smashes them- you'll be careful. but that's just a theory:)

Q. What does thumb or finger sucking mean in ADULTS? People watch the unusual behavior of a person and decide their disorder. I strongly agree, but here is a critical question for you all. What does thumb or finger sucking mean in ADULTS?

A. It’s not a show to enjoy and laugh! It means that whomever you are talking about needs to see a psychologist. I am not joking. Things we are supposed to out-grow but don't, i.e. thumb sucking, imaginary friends or bed wetting, can represent serious problems or mental blocks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_OVYDwwAu4&eurl=http://www.imedix.com/health_community/vB%5EOVYDwwAu4_health_posture_1953?q=sucking&feature=player_embedded