Elbow Injuries and Conditions

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What is Volkmann’s Contracture?

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A condition caused by a fracture of the humerus leading to damage to an artery or nerve, resulting in muscle necrosis and degeneration.

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What is the MOI for Elbow Dislocation?

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FOOSH with elbow in a hyperextended or flexed position; most common is a posterior dislocation.

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What causes Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?

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Traction, compression, friction, or subluxation injury to the ulnar nerve causing pain, tenderness, numbness, and tingling in the forearm.

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What is Little League Elbow?

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Repetitive microtrauma from throwing, usually in younger athletes, potentially causing growth plate injuries, avulsion fractures, stress fractures, or OCD.

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What is Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)?

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Repeated wrist flexion/valgus torque causing inflammation at the insertion of flexor muscles at the medial epicondyle.

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What is Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)?

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Repetitive microtrauma at the insertion of extensor muscles at the lateral epicondyle, causing radiating pain in forearm muscles.

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What causes UCL Sprain?

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Valgus force from repetitive trauma causing pain on the medial side of the elbow, often due to throwing motions in sports like golf, tennis, baseball, or softball.

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What is Olecranon Bursitis?

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An injury to the superficial bursae caused by a direct blow or falling on the elbow, leading to pain, swelling, and tenderness.