1. Extensor carpi ulnaris injuries in tennis players: a study of 28 cases.
- Author
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Montalvan B, Parier J, Brasseur JL, Le Viet D, and Drape JL
- Subjects
- Adolescent, Adult, Female, Humans, Joint Instability diagnosis, Joint Instability etiology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Male, Tendinopathy diagnosis, Tendinopathy etiology, Ulna injuries, Wrist Injuries diagnosis, Tennis injuries, Wrist Injuries etiology
- Abstract
Pain on the ulnar side of the wrist is common among elite tennis players. Ten years of experience has allowed identification of a pathology involving the extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendon. On the basis of 28 clinical cases seen over the last five years, three clinical patterns are described: (a) acute instability of the ECU; (b) tendinopathy; (c) ECU rupture. Each of these clinical entities requires a different therapeutic approach. A review of the relevant anatomy is provided.
- Published
- 2006
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