Adult Forearm Fractures/The forearm is the part of the arm between the wrist and the elbow. It is made up of two bones: the radius and the ulna. Forearm fractures are common in childhood, accounting for more than 40% of all childhood fractures. About three out of four forearm fractures in children occur at the … [Read more…]
Galeazzi Fractures most commonly result from a fall onto an outstretched hand with an extended wrist and hyperpronated forearm. The energy from the radius fracture gets transmitted towards the radioulnar joint leading to dislocation of the DRUJ. These fractures occur with a bimodal distribution, diaphyseal forearm fractures in young males are commonly due to high-energy … [Read more…]
Wrist Distal Radius Fracture/A distal radius fracture, commonly known as a wrist fracture, is defined by the involvement of the metaphysis of the distal radius. The fracture may or may not involve the radiocarpal joint, distal radioulnar joint, and/or the distal ulna.[rx] This injury is commonly associated with high-energy mechanisms in younger patients and lower energy … [Read more…]
Avascular Necrosis of the Lunate/Kienbock’s Disease, also known as avascular necrosis of the lunate, is a condition in which the lunate bone, one of eight small bones in the wrist, loses its blood supply, leading to the death of the bone. The lunate is a central bone in the wrist that is important for proper … [Read more…]
Ulna/The ulna is a long bone found in the forearm that stretches from the elbow to the smallest finger, and when in anatomical position, is found on the medial side of the forearm. It runs parallel to the radius, the other long bone in the forearm, and is the bigger and longest (by about an inch) of the two. Anatomy and Bone Landmarks of Ulna Proximal … [Read more…]
Monteggia fractures most commonly result from a direct blow to the forearm with the elbow extended and forearm in hyperpronation. The energy from the ulnar fracture gets transmitted along the interosseous membrane leading to rupture of the proximal quadrate and annular ligaments, disrupting the radiocapitellar joint. In conjunction with the bimodal distribution, diaphyseal forearm fractures … [Read more…]
Hamate fractures are rare and underreported. These injuries are usually misdiagnosed or confused with simple wrist sprains. Delayed diagnosis is not uncommon. The hamate is a triangular-shaped bone that forms part of the distal carpal row, articulating with the capitate (radially), triquetrum (proximally), and fifth and fourth metacarpals (distally). Considering its unique anatomy (Figure 1), … [Read more…]
Stiff Elbow (Elbow Contracture)/Elbow stiffness is a relatively common condition and represents a significant disability. There are multiple causes of loss of elbow range of motion. Therefore, a proper clinical history is important for therapeutic surgical or non-surgical planning.[rx] Elbow Joints Injuries are the most common cause of elbow pain. Some people may not recall … [Read more…]
Elbow Joints Arthritis/The most common type of fracture in the pediatric population is elbow fractures. Most commonly, individuals fall on their outstretched hand. Prompt assessment and management of elbow fractures are critical, as these fractures carry the risk of neurovascular compromise. Elbow Joints Injuries are the most common cause of elbow pain. Some people may … [Read more…]
Elbow Joints Fractures/The most common type of fracture in the pediatric population is elbow fractures. Most commonly, individuals fall on their outstretched hand. Prompt assessment and management of elbow fractures are critical, as these fractures carry the risk of neurovascular compromise. Elbow Joints Injuries are the most common cause of elbow pain. Some people may … [Read more…]
Elbow Joints Injuries are the most common cause of elbow pain. Some people may not recall having had a specific injury, especially if symptoms began gradually or during everyday activities. To better understand elbow injuries, you may want to review the structure and function of the elbow. See a picture of the elbow. Dislocations may … [Read more…]
Elbow Injuries are the most common cause of elbow pain. Some people may not recall having had a specific injury, especially if symptoms began gradually or during everyday activities. To better understand elbow injuries, you may want to review the structure and function of the elbow. See a picture of the elbow. Dislocations may be … [Read more…]