Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries of the Thumb
Injuries to the thumb ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) are common. Failure to address the ensuing laxity of the metacarpophalangeal joint can lead to compromised grip and pinch, pain, and ultimately…
Top Five Lesions That Do Not Need Referral to Orthopedic Oncology
Patients with potential bone and soft tissue tumors can be challenging for orthopedic surgeons. Lesions that appear benign can still create anxiety for the clinician and patient. However, attention to…
Evaluation and Nonsurgical Management of Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinopathy
Rotator cuff calcific tendinopathy is a common finding that accounts for about 7% of patients with shoulder pain. There are numerous theories on the pathogenesis of rotator cuff calcific tendinopathy….
Distal Radius Fractures
Musculoskeletal injuries are the second most common cause of presentation to emergency departments. Distal radius fractures are an especially common injury pattern that often require evaluation and fracture management in…
Consequences of Single Sport Specialization in the Pediatric and Adolescent Athlete
Pediatric and adolescent sports participation has increased with a concomitant increase in injuries. Sports have transitioned from recreational to deliberate, structured activities wherein success is determined by achievement of ‘elite’…
Upper Extremity
Asif M. Ilyas, MD, Editor In this issue of the Orthopedic Clinics of North America , we present several interesting articles in the Upper Extremity section reviewing a broad range…
Distal Radius-Ulna Fractures in Children
Fractures involving the distal radius and ulna are commonly seen in children and adolescents. Management of these injuries in pediatric patients should include assessment of the neurovascular status of the…
Pediatric Orthopedics
Shital N. Parikh, MD, Editor Fractures of the distal radius and ulna are one of the most common fractures in children. These fractures must be differentiated from their adult counterparts…
A Growing Problem
Acetabular fractures in the elderly are most frequently the result of low-energy trauma and present unique management challenges to orthopedic surgeons. Evaluation and treatment should be performed in a multidisciplinary…
