Non-operative management of ulnar collateral ligament injuries in the throwing athlete.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Medial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries have become increasingly prevalent in overhead athletes. The orthopaedic literature contains a wealth of information on operative management of these injuries. However, there are few high-quality longitudinal studies on non-operative care of UCL injuries. The purpose of this review is to describe the non-operative approach to managing UCL injuries, including recommended rehabilitation strategies and predictors of successful non-operative treatment.
Medical subject headings
- Athletic Injuries
- Collateral Ligament, Ulnar
Anatomy
- ulna