Ultrasound‐Assisted Assessment of Medial Elbow Stability
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DOI: 10.1002/jum.14631
Abstract: An assessment of medial elbow stability is essential to the patient with an ulnar collateral ligament injury. Ultrasound imaging can be used to assess medial elbow stability. This study determined the effect of the elbow… read more here.
Keywords: medial elbow; elbow stability; assessment medial; elbow ... See more keywords
Wrist Flexion Exercise Increases the Width of the Medial Elbow Joint Space During a Valgus Stress Test
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DOI: 10.1002/jum.14779
Abstract: The medial elbow is stabilized during valgus loading by the ulnar collateral ligament, the flexor pronator mass (FPM), and the radial head. Impairment of the FPM can occur as a result of repeated wrist flexion… read more here.
Keywords: wrist flexion; flexion exercise; medial elbow; elbow ... See more keywords
Approach to Medial Elbow Pain in the Throwing Athlete.
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DOI: 10.1007/s12178-019-09534-w
Abstract: Purpose of Review Injury to the ulnar collateral ligament is the most common, significant injury affecting the medial elbow of the overhead athlete. However, there are many other significant sources of pathology that should be… read more here.
Keywords: pain throwing; elbow pain; elbow; medial elbow ... See more keywords
Medial Elbow Injuries in the Throwing Athlete.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.hcl.2016.08.013
Abstract: Medial elbow injuries in the throwing athlete are common and increasing in frequency. They occur due to repetitive supraphysiologic forces acting on the elbow during the overhead throw. Overuse and inadequate rest are salient risk… read more here.
Keywords: medial elbow; injuries throwing; elbow; elbow injuries ... See more keywords
The effect of repetitive baseball pitching on medial elbow joint space gapping associated with 2 elbow valgus stressors in high school baseball players.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2017.10.031
Abstract: BACKGROUND To prevent elbow injury in baseball players, various methods have been used to measure medial elbow joint stability with valgus stress. However, no studies have investigated higher levels of elbow valgus stress. This study… read more here.
Keywords: medial elbow; valgus stress; elbow joint; stress ... See more keywords
The Relationship Between Shoulder Range of Motion and Elbow Stress in College Pitchers.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2020.06.016
Abstract: HYPOTHESIS College pitchers with increased external rotation gain (ERG) produce increased medial elbow torque (elbow stress), while those with reduced total rotational range of motion (TROM) have reduced medial elbow torque, during pitching. METHODS Pitchers… read more here.
Keywords: medial elbow; shoulder; rotation; elbow ... See more keywords
Material Properties of the Medial Elbow During Passive Valgus and Self-Initiated Varus Torques.
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DOI: 10.1123/jab.2020-0095
Abstract: Shear wave elastography imaging of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is used to help understand changes in material properties of the ligament. Ensuring that the wrist flexors are relaxed is essential as muscle contractions can… read more here.
Keywords: properties medial; material properties; medial elbow; passive valgus ... See more keywords
Medial Elbow Pain During the Return-to-Throwing Period After Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction in Pitchers
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DOI: 10.1177/2325967118808782
Abstract: Background: Ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction (UCLR) is common in the sport of baseball, particularly among pitchers. Postoperative return-to-sport protocols have many players beginning to throw at 4 to 5 months and returning to full competition… read more here.
Keywords: medial elbow; elbow pain; pain return; return ... See more keywords
Clinical Value of an Acute Popping Sensation in Throwing Athletes With Medial Elbow Pain for Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
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DOI: 10.1177/2325967119893275
Abstract: Background: Throwing athletes sustaining an ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury may recall a popping sensation originating from the medial elbow at the time of injury. There are no studies available that inform clinicians how to… read more here.
Keywords: popping sensation; throwing athletes; ucl injury; medial elbow ... See more keywords