Hand Injury
Anterior oblique ligament reconstruction for pediatric carpometacarpal joint instability
A 10-year-old female patient with no pertinent medical or surgical history presented to the orthopedic hand surgeon 2.5 weeks after hitting the dorsal aspect of her left thumb on her desk while playing at school.
25-year-old man with new hand pain after fracture fixation from saw injury
A healthy 25-year-old man presented to the ED after accidentally injuring his left hand with a circular saw while cutting lumber.
Hook of hamate fracture excision seen as a preferred option in athletes
Hook of hamate fractures, while uncommon in the general population, are more common among athletes.
E-scooter injuries: Not the average slip and fall
Use of electric scooters, also known as e-scooters, has increased since its introduction, according to a market research report from 2022 that estimated the North American e-scooter market will reach $15.41 billion by 2029.
Better understanding of esport demands needed to adapt rehab, return to play
The excitement of sports competition has returned. There is a new sport of interest that many did not play as children. This sport fills arenas, has highly paid professional competitors, business support and cultural impact.
Is it time to regulate the amount of play among young esports athletes?
The popularity of esports continues to grow in reputation, as well as participation. Despite being perceived as a “sedentary” sport, esports are incredibly demanding, not just cognitively, but physically, as well.