Why I hate the index finger, a surprisingly humorous and well written paper from 1980 (pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)
from ProdigalFrog@slrpnk.net to science@mander.xyz on 19 Nov 2024 18:43
https://slrpnk.net/post/15367562

The paper, in a very funny but serious way, makes a strong case for the relative uselessness of the index finger, and it’s recommendation for amputation if it’s at all damaged and impeding existence.

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pancake@lemmygrad.ml on 19 Nov 2024 21:56 collapse

Another way to say this is strive for functional restoration of the hand and avoid the pitfalls of your own ego trip in which useless and burdensome parts are saved to the detriment of function.

Great conclusion actually.