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Ulnar-sided wrist pain in athletes
G A Buterbaugh1, T R Brown, P C Horn
1Western Pennsylvania Hand Center, Pittsburgh, USA.
Clinics in Sports Medicine
|August 13, 1998
Summary
This report details seven athletes treated for ulnar-sided wrist pain, covering anatomy, examination, and imaging. It explores common causes like cartilage tears and joint instability for professional athletes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Anatomy
Background:
- Ulnar-sided wrist pain is a common complaint among athletes.
- Accurate diagnosis requires understanding wrist anatomy and biomechanics.
- Various pathologies can cause ulnar-sided wrist pain.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a case series of professional athletes with ulnar-sided wrist pain.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the anatomy, examination, and imaging of the ulnar wrist.
- To detail specific etiologies of ulnar-sided wrist pain relevant to athletes.
Main Methods:
- Case report of seven professional athletes.
- Review of relevant anatomical structures of the distal radioulnar joint and proximal carpal row.
- Discussion of clinical examination techniques for ulnar wrist pain.
- Overview of diagnostic imaging modalities.
Main Results:
- Seven professional athletes were treated for ulnar-sided wrist pain.
- Detailed anatomical review of the ulnar wrist.
- Discussion of differential diagnoses including TFCC tears, lunotriquetral instability, DRUJ pathology, ECU subluxation, tendinitis, and arthritis.
Conclusions:
- Ulnar-sided wrist pain in athletes necessitates a thorough understanding of wrist anatomy and biomechanics.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for return to sport.
- This review provides a framework for evaluating and treating common causes of ulnar wrist pain in athletes.