Traumatic dislocation of the proximal interphalangel joint is very common, and can easily be treated by closed reduetion. However, if the dislocation can not be reduced completely, soft tissue interposition should be considered. We encountered a case of traumatic dislocation of the PIP joint which had been neglected for 5 weeks. These cases are uncommon and they often go undiagnosed because of incomplete physical examination and inaccurate X-ray readings. In acute reduction cases, the passive range of motion after joint reduction, and X-ray readings should be normal If incomplete joint reduction is found, or motion function is limited, some existing lesion should be considered. Further treatment is necessary to prevent additional complications.