213 Figure 1: The UCL repair with the internal brace inserted within the ligament. Background: The purpose of this study is to describe our technique of thumb ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) repair with suture tape augmentation and to evaluate the short-term outcomes in our initial series of patients treated with this method of repair.Methods: Patients with minimum one-year follow up after isolated UCL repair with suture tape augmentation were contacted for clinical . What causes GameKeeper's Thumb? <>>> hb``d``jd```y hbbd```b``"'Iwh"HVqD``\y "g= ] l+ =&KU20R4@ US Postoperative protocol. @` I8 The new procedure involves repairing the damaged ligament and reinforcing it with a collagen-coated fiber tape in contrast with the traditional UCL reconstruction that involves drilling tunnels in the bone and using a graft from a tendon in your arm or leg. 4 0 obj Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair Post-Operative Protocol Days 0- until first Post-Op Apt. <>/Metadata 102 0 R/ViewerPreferences 103 0 R>> At the ulnar aspect of the thumb MCP joint, a longitudinal midaxial incision is made. % Abstract and Figures Acute rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb - also known as 'skier's thumb' - is a common injury which may cause long-term complications if. ?3U,a_~`XRUWcQT2r?B73pgry.v3}w/2\Fz?6-SHK PXUU9:!$\@j)b;}r% /5 V5uz @ TY}]7KX75F1"3#TZLY|A/+{gc_?olhfGmHwiiB%"=CH$ai-`75 gdkZ_ 132 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<74EC21535A719E4081B6460A7EF86336>]/Index[110 39]/Info 109 0 R/Length 107/Prev 88703/Root 111 0 R/Size 149/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 6,15,19,20,24,29 First described by Frank Jobe in 1986, the procedure has undergone significant evolution . The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is an important stabilizer of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ). stream x\ms6|:6B]3~H-ST]HJHcG@>`w,@~9}}&w]|!\=|'t{_?|qcy5ca|O8%Y,npm&7& sMA-#IG71ub~ZE\@>l3c2fW?$->+zz\{M;)kO1yTS^ ^uoS7I? (1) See image 2. %%EOF The internalbrace is the underpinning of the repair procedure. They demonstrated a significantly greater resistance to gapping with valgus stress with the UCL repair with internal brace (mean SD, 0.35 0.16 mm) compared to UCL reconstruction (0.53 0.23 mm). As the internal brace technique continues to mature, its application has been gradually expanded to include repair of the anterior talofibular ligament and deltoid ligament in the ankle, anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments, medial and lateral collateral ligaments and medial patellar ligaments in the knee, and ulnar collateral ligaments in . Ligament / Volar Plate CPT Codes. endobj In a reconstruction the old, damaged ligament is removed, new portal holes are drilled and (in an autograft situation) a tendon from somewhere else in your body (palmaris longus, hamstring, etc) is docked as the new UCL. ,.l(\r @48 dJ^ %$HU 44HK[Y.D;2d8A1 d9\Imog|G|L8p,b}- BT"/q[[%p4)dl0( TOO#]x~0zKGeyk7-Zb!Z]#_@As r1'B04Lq0tS>Yf0lUQ0z.?9M7eCe[4^orMi|yF`8j_z\p=-g:I}^\RVDw*w 0 3 0 obj cfzn(WH`&8:YUx~Ru1?-K)N(-cY2N[wH.A^Nu1T lTr[wyKt1+oE.Bj^&Q 2)A*a0'AY(|\k2E M * m| ""/+Gq x[[o:~xpPh.IvEMmi3C]lQ,z X3*{c{XKbMa;{;o>H&PIffS+e@.+>|7mw;L"cH"dMn8)Sy,2*npGWwE&k=|"tbE}%2*R0(jK(s#.$"X$VcY#>J>2pCMW[XHOq{ = wD0NC?IF5tV$ZtR& K"=,`y];]NxIo>r?R'n)locmMuf$[g6\1eu8^s=POm6|GHkOzDuDiIpqT+"'"%;ED/,H$g=Ie9fRH*/ 6Tc`;GJEwvQ*X}:LGKX`n)Bq)su9:qF~b. <> A recently developed UCL repair procedure with an internal brace, utilizing collagen tape, is gaining popularity. 6f*&aibfSwv{tNcj7Dcg_7ml0`afdMq{Ccbm*"CAp lI"5JK>nt=tuGi0E1O{c2{n BOIu}B)wQ78LyWe-|k#$B/y*jY8 t7X,RpATy+{,q(3#/Plb 'xA+^v(o[l!O U=2EE#/gtcXjQO17D[=tvq;2T(=X"#n:fZ=%S-` Background:Thumb ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears are common in competitive athletes. Revision Date: 10/29/2021. @B 8XqhPTU&] ia$A{B;*QX% ]p7L`k?g.G{"z)UU(YY%y\*.ic-PtB *qjbeBA1~ Orthop & Spo Med Op Acc J 3(1)- 2019. <> Thumb UCL Repair- Early Mobilization This protocol is intended to provide the clinician with a . EXHIBIT(S) - D (Motion #1) EXHIBIT D - Verified Bill of Particulas and Responses to Various Demands Redacted per 22 NYCRR - EXHIBIT D - Verified Bill of Particulas and Responses to Various Demands Redacted February 09, 2023. The Orthopaedic and Fracture . hV]OF+B^ 557 0 obj <>stream %PDF-1.7 Thumb UCL Repair With InternalBrace Ligament Augmentation What's New in Orthopedics 207K subscribers Subscribe 24 Save 3.8K views 1 year ago .more .more Notice Age-restricted video. H00:GCp#r x <> The primary goal of this surgery is to enhance elbow joint stability while the ligament is healing and to allow earlier return to sport after UCL reconstruction. by | Jun 3, 2022 | james carone florida energy | when a man criticizes another woman | Jun 3, 2022 | james carone florida energy | when a man criticizes another woman 0 reported 92% success some returning overhead athletes to the same a high level of competition is an average of 6.7 months with UCL repair and internal brace . ["BIA+ryv_cNaICaNJ!E.|dXTp3g@9< HTxS At 10 to 12 weeks, return to . <> Thumb Collateral Ligament Injuries, most commonly ulnar collateral (UCL), are athletic injuries that lead to a decrease in effective thumb pinch and grasp. Thumb UCL Repair With InternalBrace Ligament Augmentation. This design severely limits functional use of the thumb. Clinical Orthopeadic Rehabilitation: A Team Approach E-Book, 4th Edition. endobj DU?f7 # *S &AaBCZKqi =ip;!%RqhH%1[6[8]fwFxw l4)W%5 533 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<6B9C59BBC5B61A4384B9FC807F8AE13A><1E4DC5E074430D4EA5AA205F41080698>]/Index[502 56]/Info 501 0 R/Length 138/Prev 267459/Root 503 0 R/Size 558/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 4 0 obj <> <>/Metadata 554 0 R/ViewerPreferences 555 0 R>> <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> <>/Metadata 83 0 R/ViewerPreferences 84 0 R>> endobj It's pretty neat to see how it has taken on a whole world of uses, including in the knee and ankle. *`]hgTTS:MV{gXS&K|-3m See Tua at the University of Alabama, for examaple. Rehab Protocol - Thumb UCL Repair (Internal Brace Only) Dr. Broering PRECAUTIONS Full time splint use except for ROM. A bP .a+ZY^tL3ab`y7*n&++c Initiate Throwing: 14-16 weeks (3.22 Months for Comparison) Bullpens: 24 Weeks (5.52 Months) Live BPs: 30-33 Weeks . endobj TREATMENT: Treatment consists of either a period of splintage or if completely torn,a repair of the ligament with an operation. OSMOAJ.MS.ID.000151. stream 1 0 obj Jsx cx=[wOGvu UV]QEMtejL11eO2\5~B*q>vvcu9]dtUbqjNU{ << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> PDF | Background: Combined injuries of ipsilateral wrist and elbow joints are rare in clinical practice, characterized by multiple joint dislocations. <> endstream endobj 111 0 obj <>/Metadata 5 0 R/Outlines 9 0 R/PageLayout/OneColumn/Pages 108 0 R/StructTreeRoot 16 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 112 0 obj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 113 0 obj <>stream Brotzman, S. & Novotny, S. (2018). 1 0 obj The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) does not play a large role in elbow stability for most activities of daily living, but it does undergo tremendous stresses with overhead throwing and is susceptible to injury in overhead athletes. This animation demonstrates repair of the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb with the InternalBrace ligament augmentation procedure. 1 i^D=)ngloqvb_3.&3e/.[A GF;'YDL65_lZ4l$!`,yv I(=wY */xZFXDI6%t0^&2L7@~DSN1& % Its many uses has helped numerous athletes return back from their injuries quicker than ever. Shoulder isometrics (no shoulder internal rotation) Biceps isometrics . Brace: Elbow ROM 30-100 Cryotherapy: Continue ice to elbow joint and graft site . Thumb UCL Repair with InternalBrace Ligament Augmentation 17,933 views Sep 6, 2018 89 Dislike Share Save Arthrex 64.2K subscribers Show more Comments are turned off. 1. h!DWl{$A4L61)H}hJftyrI%kSQLc]5sbGP U_8v}9|(O(( qsMfGiICYL|*'VL+b% Traditional custom-fitted thumb spica orthosis In a recent cadaver study by Gil et. On July 25, 1974, Dr Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction on Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tommy John ( Fig. Above protocol adapted from Dugas and Wilk: Wilk KE, Arrigo CA, Bagwell MS, Rothermich MA, Dugas JR. Repair of the Ulnar Collateral Ligament of the Elbow: Rehabilitation Following Internal Brace Surgery. Thumb UCL Repair and Reconstruction With Internal Brace Ligament Augmentation Repair Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears of the thumb are common injuries. stream 104 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<33B8DE36AB984B418169C7A4E24F203B><19F8EE0B324BFE44BA1CA95B759557F5>]/Index[79 50]/Info 78 0 R/Length 117/Prev 108309/Root 80 0 R/Size 129/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream stream hb``g``Zs01G83023>"`*`+MKx.00e)zz oIB`F2Af*LoApKX@D l^" 110 0 obj <> endobj endobj >W ` 8;d3^ K`d:V0!QGXCor&J;#Z?='lH3cy?_pOk0qWR_heBU] u)dh5Q :e16&\H11}8 1AE Qf>`?SLXSu {q?u,:g@l2;1FhCSTV9}WKH}[agS~?P3{47*c:lg3l#`vLx}{*_Q]}O)D5*wX[PB{A8k1GtM{@onC 0Ggtz=CiZM.sVLCbi`JC3T)q7]tZ4c^l&XkC~?G.9J7 ]sO0h5_K]@GB[q[Vg"$(MjTy stream 2019 Apr;49(4):253-261. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2019.8215. 4 0 obj Thumb UCL Repair (Internal Brace) 0-2 weeks: The postoperative dressing is removed. UCL REPAIR WITH INTERNAL BRACE . Phone: 574.247.9441 Fax: 574.247.9442 www.sbortho.com REHABILITATION PROTOCOL: THUMB UCL/RCL REPAIR SAM FULLER, M.D. At 6 weeks after surgery, the supportive brace should be worn with activities, but you may do light tasks, such as typing without it. 4 0 obj Z\m>~?)I|%X$;-5X&gV+Kms?XRC5%x_ui6q |KdeW7mQUY3s`NB) =gY|6:51c_t]]MixSTB A longitudinal incision was made over the thumb over the metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint, the skin flaps elevated, the extensor shroud released, tendon pulled back, the adductor attachment released and the ulnar collateral ligament identified. 3 0 obj |C&K 0g-Pf4/.B{s. <> Recently, Dugas et al. Return to Play in Athletes After Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair With Suture Tape Augmentation - Daniel B. Gibbs, Steven S. Shin, 2020 Educate the patient on anti edema management. Postoperative Rehabilitation 7-10 days postop The bulky compressive dressing is removed. . <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Phase I - Maximum Protection: 0 to 7 Days: Immobilization in posterior splint at 60-90 of elbow flexion . Subsequently, the adductor pollicis aponeurosis and extensor mechanism are identified, incised, and retracted. (} oA%Yv:JzFQA 0X"5o A%U- MLZ;?3%RO8?DnQN['y]{_5%x@iSt>K2! endstream endobj startxref Epub 2019 Mar 12. endobj 2 0 obj Skier's thumb is an acute partial or complete rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb's metacarpophalangeal joint (MCPJ) due to a hyperabduction trauma of the thumb. : Keep post-operative dressing clean, dry, and in place Keep hand elevated above the level of your heart May use hand for very light activities of daily living, such as eating, writing, typing, getting dressed, and brushing teeth Day 7-14: A UCL repair with internal brace is reserved for use in cases of partial or complete tears at the origin or insertion of the UCL with good ligament tissue and low-grade mid-substance partial UCL tears [10]. ]rav?4V&%n\(blvdf)TUL"Q+zaH$!EWq,0S4o~!dAf36J5/JqR^)jUx}2}`4vT.5l;c6gA>< MVSxwkHW *LLGrj iBy+9,[Ld~!VpQ[/zT-k.x #M'Ismi>uw a8G PeT{qo| R7RP2rAK(; 0 ULNAR COLLATERAL LIGAMENT REPAIR with INTERNAL BRACE Postop protocol for Daniel Myer, M.D. hb```-B ce`a}`QJ se fpXF5#m-2q#M=T.Q,A%@ -& B@P xIq;8W2K0e7oS^s&3w&iO'i`4a` Key Timeframes: (Dr Meister/TMI Protocol) Plyometric Phase: 12-14 weeks. endobj There was gross instability of the ulnar collateral . Dressing changed at 7-10 days after surgery Week 2 During this time, active ROM is started as well as light isotonic . 0 Joint destruction compresses nerve roots, resulting in pain, paresthesia, sensory loss, dysautonomia, and spasticity. 02M_+ ! *XM qD#qHU vr@^zo+Uwe#-`0XLij1 It was grossly incompetent and irreparable. 2 WEEKS (1st Visit) Fit with custom hand based thumb spica splint (Please allow thumb IPJ motion) OT INSTRUCTIONS - Ok to work on wrist, CMP, IPJ motion, & scar massage This technique involves the reattachment of the ligaments to the bone using FiberWire. Thumb strengthening: Pick up small objects, such as paper clips, pencils, and coins, using your thumb and each of your other fingers, one at a time. SYMPTOMS: The thumb may be swollen, bruised and painful. This includes, but not limited to, self-retrograde massage, cold therapy, and extremity elevation. 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Volume 3 ssue 1 Coprig Kevin ilk et al. %PDF-1.7 V8FW endobj The UCL provides up to 50% of the frontal plane stabilization of the Abbreviations UCL, ulnar collateral ligament; US, elbow against a valgus load.5 During the clinical evaluation, the ultrasound patient's elbow is placed under a valgus load with the elbow in vary- ing amounts of exion. 2 0 obj -Hand based thumb spica brace (comfort cool) . rt$mZE%'l6gIM*9;J1HIo1Z5F`$y-J+"kI.h&pjIhcLS[Ks9Ol|2:}Uu>i4~]t5sY=Bpnjb.-q M=q]9B!EOc6,Oq%4M 5eZ?DwEH 6h3)N1gzSVuQFoaxsARd. k,/f&;}P7# Lg W*lwHOPC(LZc>XgI3j:][1/+YX-?p%"6_NaWFv%k]|{6e@Ij Injuries to the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb metacarpophalangeal joint (gamekeeper's thumb). aY_dM\\Kq[SZ 6| F8$b2d`FVw028WYMlS:/2]pI*uIR>75f/Vz&) q3R`?.Xn:$ hw7tJw?8yZ |%1_. Brace Week 1: posterior split at 90 degrees elbow flexion Week 2: 25-100 degrees Week 3: 15-115 degrees Interventions Soft tissue mobilization, retrograde massage for swelling Elbow PROM (as tolerated) Ice and compression Exercises Wrist AROM (all directions) immediately post-op Gripper Opposition thumb to pinky Resource Type: Surgical Technique Animations. Ulnar Collateral. 1). Elsevier. 1 0 obj 3BRKpw.4/Y. %PDF-1.7 The InternalBrace The athletes that were treated with UCL repair and internal . UCL Repair with Internal Bracing versus UCL Reconstruction (Tommy John). The UCL repair with Internal Brace was developed as a faster alternative to a full UCL reconstruction. ULNAR COLLATERAL LIGAMENT (UCL) REPAIR REHABILITATION PROTOCOL Brace: Hinged elbow brace open to achievable and comfortable ROM as determined by therapist ROM: 0-100 by week 4 Progress active elbow flexion as tolerated Full shoulder and wrist ROM Therapeutic Exercises: Wrist isometrics (pronation, supination) The brace may be removed for showering and gentle active motion exercises directed by the therapist. '_'n}Zj #:qdAa C;wB.Cx/mu 3hf_u*m"ZeD!\4' (l{aef"];c4#P9G4e't\Y1AM)DmgT?G -rG" ojqQPy3e8AcR:N~ N :#1YGokb &h(TA(VG[H}FQ. Exercises: Continue all exercises listed above Elbow ROM in brace (-30 to 100) Initiate isometric elbow extension Initiate wrist isometrics Hrut LF?L . &H+JIKv)ATPJ};CH endstream endobj 503 0 obj <. endstream endobj startxref Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries have significantly increased over the past few decades, especially in young throwing athletes. hYmO8+NR)nEr'@]fuv4RUB;OfP&,!z3$Q"9#*m cLC. `eDp4)J00"2N$b\3HZhSCR No driving. x]kF_!BBf%I(BTb%]3NrqO%)(V}nu+;jvcyiwuY[_4*j{]e>gUQU~"_e? endstream endobj startxref <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> This internal brace surgery was developed by surgical company Arthrex. 1 0 obj 6=J). <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 4 0 obj The anti edema management will continue for several weeks. When the tear results in pain and instability, surgical repair offers a predictably successful outcome. Duration: 01:52. <> The repeated microtrauma is a result of a lack of muscle protection and destroys cartilage, ligaments, and disc spaces, leading to vertebrae destruction, joint instability, subluxation, and dislocation. The newer repair procedure utilizes internalbrace, which comprises high-strength fibertape suture, to reenforce and protect the ligament while it is healing, and provide additional protection during throwing activities. Instruct the patient to begin active range of motion exercises of the thumb without stressing the UCL/RCL repair. %%EOF At 4 to 6 weeks, removable thumb spica splint, and protected range-of-motion exercises. At 6 to 12 weeks, begin adductor and interossei strengthening, avoiding valgus stress on thumb MCP. endobj r e c . the thumb. invite research legit; orange county police department california; hydra stop brake booster endstream endobj 80 0 obj <>/Metadata 3 0 R/Outlines 7 0 R/PageLayout/OneColumn/Pages 77 0 R/StructTreeRoot 32 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 81 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 82 0 obj <>stream Thumb UCL Repair- Conservative This protocol is intended to provide the clinician with a guideline for the postoperative rehabilitation course of a patient who has undergone thumb UCL reconstruction/repair. Citation: Kevin E Wilk, Christopher A A, Rebekah J A. x[[oF~70/ 8m6EMc/El%{JaeQlQCwnz5fy3iboob9jV 4 0 obj 1-3 Candidates for repair are most commonly young er (pre-professional) and present 2 0 obj 0 % y!my6gvF-~g,8\'N&p[t|x0 u0vNzSKjZ*C(hZ}szu9`3_?=/ /&E-{BpR`buqyxw{y1E2vzy!`reY,$OcvCnbv_]pyu_//~0]8~t2Vj-/U PubMed PMID: 30862273. 7-10 day post-op OT to fabricate a custom FA based thumb spica AROM of the wrist and IP of thumb These tears often occur as a result of a radially directed force on an extended thumb. Phase I (weeks 0 to 3): Splint for one week, then transition to a hinged elbow brace with gentle motion from 30 to 110 progressing to 10 to 125 at week 3. <> c5(Ly%CDer,ZbE+ImgILF cy9 UCL Repair Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair Protocol Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair Protocol Phase I: Immediate Post-Surgical Phase (Days 1 - 21) Goals: Protect healing tissue, decrease pain and inflammation, increase scar mobility, prevent muscular atrophy Exercises: hWmo6+KI A ;WcIZ2LVaj%%u70y{l800`$p(AI6GBNP8S,CCrJcr\) The UCL is the main ligament, located on the inner aspect at the base of the thumb, which stabilizes the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint. Whilst both terms are often used interchangeably, the skier's thumb refers to the cause as being acute injury. al., a radial-based thumb MCP orthosis designed to leave the thumb IP and CMC joints free limited thumb abduction which reduced the strain on the thumb UCL when loads were applied. Thumb UCL may be repaired with Internal Brace Ligament Augmentation. Rehabilitation Following UCL Repair with Internal Brace. thumb ucl repair with internal brace protocol. 128 0 obj <>stream REHABILITATION PROTOCOL: ULNAR COLLATERAL LIGAMENT REPAIR/RECONSTRUCTION RADIAL COLLATERAL LIGAMENT REPAIR/RECONSTRUCTION THUMB MP JOINT WITH INTERNAL BRACE A. J. Mencias, M.D. Rehabilitation following UCL repair with internal brace is accelerated by comparison to Tommy John Surgery. %PDF-1.6 % <>/Metadata 558 0 R/ViewerPreferences 559 0 R>> 15 -17,19 Therefore, UCL reconstruction has become a common procedure to address UCL insufficiency in adolescent, collegiate, and professional throwers. % -Aggressive thumb active motion -The use of the internal brace makes for a very stable construct -AROM and PROM of thumb CMC and IP -No pinching/grabbing/lifting . <> x[k_!l&.]>d!EMeK-y2+^]=2>P?tq:LzN=VA5X\SWZiu*zzmjN5Ru= QRN>`:N}x^_o?y,A\C/WiNQu)Ftz#CBk_QoTk-)WUT^\QBOSRM]8zb'ai+Zd|oc5&hYGkC(KURumUHkf]*A+KU"1OZ&AUh )M4p0m|iMLku=uJ Please fax initial evaluation and progress notes to 8153817498. endstream endobj 50 0 obj <>/Metadata 3 0 R/Pages 47 0 R/StructTreeRoot 10 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 51 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 47 0 R/Resources<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 52 0 obj <>stream Acute UCL tears: Thumb spica splint/cast for up to 4 weeks, interphalangeal joint free. Hand and Wrist 49 0 obj <> endobj your repair for 4 more weeks. !-twF)rm16:M.J r]Sc]Oi~ The goal is to Surgery may also require repairing the avulsion fracture using a pin, screw, or bone anchor. You are still advised to avoid gripping, grasping and twisting with your thumb. The rise of ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction and the fall of ulnar collateral ligament repair. K\'~8_c3(rKC-,9/$&nd#{:+H>>*/yGG`b9.`\z. Restrictions: No heavy lifting greater than 0 lbs. The success of that surgery resulted in it being called the Tommy John procedure. Mrtl7"l\Q`?v`d: &H<0LElM0i""(P f4G0 H2a`70&E00v$`?W r Triangular fibrocartilage complex injury is one of the most common causes of ulnar wrist pain and can impair daily activities, such as door opening and handshaking. 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Elevate, ice and modalities to reduce pain and inflammation . 15 The results of this study suggest that the technique of augmented UCL repair with internal brace replicates failure strength of the . POST-OPERATIVE WEEK 2. Non-weight bearing to operative extremity. Reference Number: AN1-00264-en-US | Version: C. Related Pages. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Elbow Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Repair Rehabilitation Protocol Kelly Holtkamp, M.D. endstream endobj startxref Diagnosis relies upon thumb MCP radial-ulnar stress exam and MRI studies.
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