1. The management of ulnocarpal abutment and degenerative triangular fibrocartilage complex tears in the competitive athlete.
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Jarrett CD and Baratz ME
- Subjects
- Adrenal Cortex Hormones therapeutic use, Arthroscopy, Debridement, Diagnostic Imaging, Humans, Osteotomy, Recovery of Function, Splints, Athletic Injuries diagnosis, Athletic Injuries therapy, Carpal Bones injuries, Triangular Fibrocartilage injuries, Ulna injuries, Wrist Injuries diagnosis, Wrist Injuries therapy
- Abstract
Ulnar-sided wrist pain is a frequent cause for loss of practice time and competitive play for athletes. Ulnocarpal abutment, a common source of ulnar-sided pain, typically burdens athletes who participate in gymnastics, racket sports, and baseball. Although many athletes respond to nonoperative management, surgical intervention should be considered when symptoms persist. Surgical options include arthroscopic debridement, arthroscopic wafer, open wafer, or ulnar-shortening osteotomy. Treatment should be tailored to the athletes' level of function, expectations, and goals. The timing of interventions also influences the treatment algorithm. A successful outcome can be anticipated when appropriate treatment is rendered., (Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2012
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