Hand The human hand is the athlete's tactile connection to his or her sport. Our hands are virtually linked to every sport via a handle, a stick, a glove, or even the bare fingers. Athletes may be said to have…
Acute and chronic disorders of the elbow are frequently observed in both recreational and professional athletes, particularly athletes who participate in sports that involve throwing. Although clinicians most frequently evaluate athletes in throwing-related sports who have elbow pathology related to…
Elbow injuries in the throwing athlete are often the result of high valgus and extension forces that act on the elbow during the throwing motion. These forces place tensile stress on medial structures, compression stress on lateral structures, and shear…
Entrapment Neuropathies Entrapment neuropathy is a condition wherein compression, or external pressure applied to a nerve, alters function. Multiple potential etiologies exist, including a space-occupying lesion, inflammatory processes, edema, or compression via anatomic structures. Lesions can present as either acute…
Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture In 1941, Dobbie was the first to report the results of surgical reattachment of the distal biceps tendon. He recommended routine tenodesis of the biceps to the brachialis because of the risks associated with anatomic repair…
Lateral and medial epicondylitis are common elbow tendinopathies involving tendon origins that most commonly present in middle age. These are typically self-limited, with a multitude of conservative and operative options described. In contrast, biceps and triceps tendinitis are insertional tendinopathies.…
Arthroscopic and endoscopic techniques were first introduced in the early 1920s and have since revolutionized medical treatments, especially in the field of orthopedic surgery. Widespread application of arthroscopic techniques has been demonstrated in the shoulder and knee; however, its utility…
The elbow is a complex joint affected by a variety of pathologic conditions. Advanced imaging of the elbow with computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), MR arthrography, and ultrasound (US) provide powerful tools for diagnosis; however, an understanding of…
Overview of Pathologies The key to diagnosing elbow injuries involves performing a thorough history and physical examination of the elbow. Additionally, to rule out referred pain, the surrounding areas such as the cervical spine, shoulder, wrist, and hand should also…
Elbow anatomy is complex, but knowledge of its intricate structural makeup is crucial to understanding athletic injuries in this area. Those who provide care for athletes, particularly athletes who participate in overhead-throwing sports, must have the ability to accurately diagnose…