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Elbow instability: the orthopedic approach.

Lorenzo L Pacelli1, Madonna Guzman, Michael J Botte

  • 1Scripps Clinic, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, La Jolla, California 92037, USA.

Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology
|April 7, 2005
PubMed
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Elbow instability, ranging from dislocations to chronic laxity, is common in adults and children. This review covers elbow anatomy, instability causes, and treatment options for acute and chronic cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Elbow instability is a spectrum from acute traumatic dislocation to chronic laxity.
  • Acute elbow dislocations are the second most common dislocation in adults and most common in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review elbow joint anatomy relevant to instability.
  • To discuss the mechanisms and classification of elbow instability.
  • To outline treatment options for acute and chronic elbow instability.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of elbow instability.
  • Anatomical review of the elbow joint.
  • Discussion of injury mechanisms and classifications.
  • Overview of treatment strategies.

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Main Results:

  • Elbow instability encompasses a range of conditions from acute dislocations to chronic subluxation.
  • Understanding elbow anatomy is crucial for diagnosing and treating instability.
  • Various treatment options exist for both acute and chronic elbow instability.

Conclusions:

  • Significant advancements have been made in diagnosing and treating elbow instability.
  • This review provides a comprehensive overview of elbow instability, from anatomy to treatment.
  • Effective management requires understanding the spectrum of instability and available interventions.