
A mallet finger can have a significant impact on your work, especially if you have a job that requires you to work with your hands a lot. We will provide further information on exactly what a mallet finger is, what treatments are available and what you should consider while working. What is a mallet finger? A mallet finger is an injury to the tendon that bends the fingertip. The tendon becomes detached from the bone at the end of the finger, preventing the fingertip from bending. This is often caused by a direct blow to the tip of an extended finger. It is a common sports injury, most commonly seen in football, basketball and volleyball.