Hand and Wrist Injuries: Common Problems and Solutions

Nicholas Pulos; Sanjeev Kakar

doi:10.1016/j.csm.2017.12.004

Hand and Wrist Injuries: Common Problems and Solutions

Nicholas Pulos, Sanjeev Kakar

Orthopedic Surgery

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Abstract

Injuries to the hands and wrist are common in athletes. Injuries include acute fractures, dislocations, ligamentous, and tendon injuries, as well as more chronic injuries such as sprains and strains. Complications in the treatment of sports injuries of the hand and wrist may be divided into 2 categories: incorrect or delayed diagnosis and iatrogenic injury related to treatment. This article highlights common sports injuries of the hand and wrist and their complications, and includes tips for successful management.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	217-243
Number of pages	27
Journal	Clinics in Sports Medicine
Volume	37
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csm.2017.12.004
State	Published - Apr 2018

Keywords

Hook of hamate
Scaphoid
Scapholunate ligament
TFCC
Wrist arthroscopy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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