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Elbow injuries: getting kids back in the game
Jennifer A Southard1, Eric C Benson
1Division of Sports Medicine, Family and Community Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA. southarj@sarmc.org
The Journal of Family Practice
|October 7, 2011
Summary
Pediatric elbow injuries are rising in young athletes due to year-round sports. This review offers guidance for safe return to play after elbow injuries in children and young adults.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Elbow injuries are a growing concern in pediatric and adolescent athletes participating in year-round team sports.
- The high incidence necessitates evidence-based strategies for safe and effective rehabilitation and return to play.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of elbow injuries in young athletes.
- To offer practical guidance and evidence-based tables to aid clinicians in managing these injuries.
- To facilitate a safe return to sports participation for pediatric and young adult athletes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of pediatric elbow injuries.
- Analysis of current treatment protocols and rehabilitation strategies.
- Development of evidence-based tables summarizing key information for clinical use.
Main Results:
- Identification of common elbow injury types in young athletes.
- Summary of effective conservative and surgical management options.
- Guidelines for progressive return to play criteria based on injury type and severity.
Conclusions:
- A structured approach to managing pediatric elbow injuries is crucial for optimal outcomes.
- Clinicians can utilize the provided tables to guide safe return-to-play decisions.
- Early and appropriate intervention can minimize long-term consequences and ensure athlete well-being.
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