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Treatment Options, Return to Play, and Functional Performance after Operatively and Non-operatively Managed Acute
Mark L Dunleavy1, Nicholas Pilla2, Michael Darowish3
1Princeton Orthopaedic Associates, 325 Princeton Avenue, Princeton, NJ, 08540, USA.
Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine
|December 5, 2024
Summary
Scaphoid fractures in athletes have favorable outcomes with appropriate treatment. Optimal return to play requires individualized plans based on fracture type and sport.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Sports medicine
- Traumatology
Background:
- Scaphoid fractures are frequent injuries in athletes.
- Treatment varies based on fracture location and displacement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play guidelines for athletic scaphoid injuries.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on scaphoid fracture management.
- Emphasis on diagnostic imaging (CT scans) for treatment decisions.
Main Results:
- Nondisplaced fractures treated with casting show high healing rates (99.4%).
- Surgical options like dual screw fixation, plating, and staples can expedite return to activity.
- Athletes demonstrate high return to play rates with favorable functional outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Individualized treatment and return-to-play strategies are crucial for optimal outcomes in athletes.
- Achieving a united, well-aligned scaphoid is key for successful recovery.
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