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Elbow injuries to the throwing athlete

J Johnston¹, K D Plancher, R J Hawkins

¹Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York, USA.

Clinics in Sports Medicine

|April 1, 1996

Summary

Elbow injuries in throwing athletes are common due to high forces. Early diagnosis and treatment, including physical therapy or surgery, are crucial for successful outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Biomechanics

Background:

Elbow injuries are prevalent in athletes who engage in throwing activities.
The elbow joint experiences significant medial tensile and lateral compressive forces during throwing.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline common elbow injuries in throwing athletes.
To discuss diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies, including conservative and surgical options.

Main Methods:

Review of common elbow pathologies in throwing athletes.
Emphasis on detailed history and physical examination for diagnosis.
Discussion of conservative management (physical therapy) and surgical interventions.

Main Results:

A wide array of elbow injuries can occur due to specific biomechanical forces.
Conservative treatment with physical therapy is often successful.
Surgical options are available for cases where conservative treatment fails.

Conclusions:

Prompt recognition and early treatment are mandatory for managing elbow injuries in throwing athletes.
Successful surgical outcomes depend on patient motivation and a structured rehabilitation program.

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