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Ulnar-sided wrist pain and instability

S F Viegas1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA.

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|May 8, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Ulnar-sided wrist pain and VISI instability are linked to specific ligament disruptions. Understanding wrist anatomy and kinematics is key for accurate diagnosis and treatment of ulnar-sided wrist conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Anatomy
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Ulnar-sided wrist pain and VISI instability are common clinical issues.
  • Lunotriquetral dissociation can cause progressive instability.
  • Carpal morphology and specific joints are prone to arthrosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the anatomy and kinematics of the ulnar wrist.
  • To discuss the role of ligaments in ulnar-sided wrist stability.
  • To highlight common sites of degenerative changes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ulnar-sided wrist anatomy, instability, and arthrosis.
  • Analysis of existing staging systems for ulnar-sided perilunate instability.
  • Emphasis on the dorsal radiocarpal ligament's role.

Main Results:

  • A staging system for ulnar-sided perilunate instability highlights progressive disruptions.
  • The dorsal radiocarpal ligament is crucial for preventing VISI instability.
  • Type II carpal morphology is associated with proximal hamate arthrosis; the pisotriquetral joint is also a common arthrosis site.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive understanding of ulnar wrist anatomy and kinematics is essential.
  • This knowledge aids physicians in identifying and treating ulnar-sided wrist problems.
  • Improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for ulnar wrist conditions are needed.

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