Monday, August 25, 2014

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Sunday, August 24, 2014

Metacarpal Fractures

Metacarpal Fractures

The metacarpals are the bones that make up the hand itself. Most metacarpal fractures can be treated without surgery. The most common metacarpal fracture is the ‘Boxer’s Fracture’, which is a fracture of the 5th (small finger) metacarpal close to the knuckle,

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Humerus Fractures

The humerus is the arm bone between the shoulder and the elbow. Humeral fractures are very painful. While some humeral fractures can be treated non-operatively, many humerus fractures require surgery in order for them to heal in an appropriate position with good function.

Fractures of the

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Triceps Tendon Tear


The Triceps Tendon extends the elbow. While Triceps Tendon Tears are less common than Biceps Tendon Tears, they do happen. They most commonly occur when the arm is extended against a resistance, such as when catching oneself during a fall.

If the Triceps Tendon is torn, it should be

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Saturday, August 23, 2014

Olecranon Bursitis


Olecranon bursitis is a common problem where a sac of fluid appears on the back of the elbow. It usually occurs after the elbow is hit against a hard object, but may occasionally occur for no reason at all. The olecranon bursa becomes inflamed and swells with fluid, like a blister beneath the

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Subscapularis Tears


Torn Subscapularis Tendon
(Note: Loss of Tension)
Repaired Subscapularis Tendon
(Note: Normal Tension in Tendon)
The Subscapularis is the largest of the rotator cuff muscles. It has a tendon attachment that is separate from the rest of the rotator cuff. Subscapularis tendon tears can lead

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Extensor Carpi Ulnaris (ECU) Tendon


The ECU tendon is on the back of the wrist on the small finger side. The ECU tendon is a common source of wrist pain, as there are many problems that can affect it.

The ECU tendon can get pinched in its tunnel or sheath. This is similar to DeQuervain's tendinitis, or trigger finger. ECU

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