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Broken arm wrestler.

A Khashaba1

  • 1Orthopaedic SpR, Perivale, Middlesex, UK. ahmedkhashaba@hotmail.com

British Journal of Sports Medicine
|December 29, 2000
PubMed
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An arm wrestle led to a rare humerus fracture. This case highlights unusual trauma mechanisms for long bone injuries.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Arm wrestling is a common recreational activity with potential for significant physical exertion.
  • Injuries from arm wrestling typically involve soft tissues or distal limb fractures.
  • Fractures of the humerus are uncommon in this context.

Observation:

  • A case of a fractured humerus sustained during an arm wrestling match is presented.
  • The injury mechanism involved sudden, forceful rotational and axial loading of the arm.
  • Radiographic evidence confirmed a mid-shaft humerus fracture.

Findings:

  • The humerus fracture occurred via an unexpected mechanism during arm wrestling.
  • This case expands the spectrum of known injuries associated with arm wrestling.
  • The fracture pattern was consistent with high-energy trauma.

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Implications:

  • Highlights the potential for severe skeletal injuries from seemingly benign activities.
  • Suggests a need for increased awareness among athletes and clinicians regarding arm wrestling risks.
  • May inform future prevention strategies for upper extremity trauma.