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Overuse Injuries of the Elbow
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|December 22, 2017
Summary
Sports-related elbow overuse injuries are common in throwing and racket athletes. Diagnosis involves understanding anatomy and physical exams, with most cases treated non-surgically through rest, medication, and physical therapy.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Sports Injury
Background:
- Overuse injuries of the elbow are prevalent in athletes participating in throwing and racket sports.
- Common conditions include epicondylitis, nerve entrapments, tendinitis, and valgus extension overload syndromes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a concise overview of common sports-related elbow overuse injuries.
- To highlight diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies for these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Review of common elbow overuse injuries in athletes.
- Discussion of diagnostic methods, including anatomical knowledge and physical examination.
- Outline of conservative and surgical treatment options.
Main Results:
- Medial and lateral epicondylitis, radial tunnel syndrome, ulnar nerve entrapment, and tendinitis are frequent injuries.
- Valgus extension overload can lead to ulnar collateral ligament tears, osteochondral injuries, and posterior impingement.
- Most injuries are effectively managed with activity modification, NSAIDs, and rehabilitation.
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis of sports-related elbow injuries relies on a thorough understanding of elbow anatomy and a comprehensive physical examination.
- Conservative management, including activity modification, anti-inflammatory drugs, and targeted physical therapy, is the mainstay of treatment.
- Surgical intervention remains an option for refractory cases.
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