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Metacarpal fracture from archery: a case report
R Bradley Vogel1, Ghazi M Rayan
1University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Integris Baptist Medical Center, Oklahoma City, USA.
The Journal of the Oklahoma State Medical Association
|April 5, 2003
Summary
A hand injury occurred during compound bow target shooting, resulting in an open metacarpal fracture. This unique injury mechanism, caused by the bow during the arming phase, is detailed in this report.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Sports medicine
- Trauma surgery
Background:
- Archery is a popular sport with inherent risks of injury.
- Previous literature has documented various archery-related hand and upper extremity injuries.
- The specific mechanism of injury from a compound bow during the arming phase is not well-documented.
Observation:
- A patient experienced an open metacarpal fracture.
- The injury occurred during the arming phase of target shooting with a compound bow.
- The bow itself was implicated as the source of the trauma.
Findings:
- The patient sustained an open metacarpal fracture due to a peculiar injury mechanism involving a compound bow.
- This specific mechanism of injury during the arming phase of archery has not been previously reported in medical literature.
- A review of existing literature on archery-related injuries was conducted.
Implications:
- Highlights a previously unreported mechanism of hand injury in archery.
- Emphasizes the need for safety awareness and proper technique in compound bow usage.
- Contributes to the understanding of sports-related trauma and informs preventative strategies.