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Shoap SC, Dennis ER, Lombardi JM, Wilkerson J, Wahood M, Rosenwasser MP. An Analysis of Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Groove Morphology and Tendon Instability. Hand (N Y) 2024; 19:400-406. [PMID: 35815616 PMCID: PMC11067848 DOI: 10.1177/15589447221105539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND The extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendon has a distinct subsheath at the distal ulna. Symptomatic tears of this subsheath and subluxation of the ECU tendon often require reconstruction. We sought to determine the anatomical constraints of the ECU subsheath. METHODS The ECU subsheath was exposed on 12 fresh-frozen upper extremities. The tip of the ulnar styloid, the distal ulnar joint surface, and the proximal extent of the distal radio-ulnar joint were identified and dimensions measured. Subluxation of the tendon was then assessed with and without an intact subsheath in 9 specimens. The travel of the tendon was measured in pronation through supination and flexion before and after sectioning of the subsheath. RESULTS The ECU subsheath is 8.9 mm (standard deviation [SD] = 0.8 mm) wide proximally and 9.0 mm (SD = 1.2 mm) distally. The distal ulnar insertion is 0.5 mm (SD = 0.8 mm) proximal to the tip of the styloid, and stretches 10.2 mm (SD = 2.7 mm) proximally. From maximum pronation to maximum supination and flexion, the ECU tendon traveled 3.32 mm (SD = 4.24) medially when the subsheath was intact and 5.42 mm (SD = 5.0 mm) after sectioning. The maximum depth of the ulnar groove was 2.5 mm (1.59-3.56 mm). There was no significant association between changes in ECU subluxation and the depth of the ECU groove (Spearman's rho = 0.25). CONCLUSION The ECU subsheath is roughly 1 cm square stretching proximally from the ulnar styloid. ECU groove depth is not a significant independent predictor of tendon subluxation.
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- Seth C. Shoap
- Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York City, NY, USA
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- Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York City, NY, USA
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Brands M, Selles RW, van Kooij YE, Feitz R, Videler AJ, Slijper HP, Wouters RM. Outcomes of an exercise program in patients with dorsal or volar midcarpal laxity: a cohort study of 213 patients. Disabil Rehabil 2024; 46:1825-1831. [PMID: 37154580 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2023.2207219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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PURPOSE Describing the outcomes of an exercise program on wrist and hand function for patients with midcarpal instability (MCI). MATERIALS AND METHODS This study has a prospective cohort design. Two hundred and thirteen patients with MCI were included. The intervention was a 3-month exercise program consisting of hand therapy and home exercises. The primary outcome was perceived wrist and hand function evaluated with the Patient-Rated Wrist/Hand Evaluation (PRWHE) three months after treatment onset. Secondary outcomes were conversion to surgery, pain, and satisfaction with treatment results. RESULTS PRWHE total scores improved from 51 ± 19 (mean ± SD) to 33 ± 24 at 3 months (95% CI: 36-30, p < 0.001). All visual analog scales for pain demonstrated clinically relevant improvements at 6 weeks and 3 months (p < 0.001). At 3 months, 81% of the participants would undergo the treatment again. After a median follow-up of 2.8 years, 46 patients (22%) converted to surgery. CONCLUSIONS We found clinically relevant improvements in hand and wrist function and pain. Most participants would undergo treatment again and 78% of the participants did not convert to surgery. Hence, non-invasive treatment should be the primary treatment choice for patients with MCI.
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- Mart Brands
- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Xpert Clinics Hand Therapy, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Hand and Wrist Center, Xpert Clinics, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Rode Kruis Ziekenhuis, Beverwijk, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Hand and Wrist Center, Xpert Clinics, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Daoulas T, Bernard M, Dellestable A, Letissier H, Bacle G, Sos C. Consolidation rate in ulnar shortening osteotomy with the APTUS Wrist plate. Hand Surg Rehabil 2024; 43:101682. [PMID: 38492803 DOI: 10.1016/j.hansur.2024.101682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Ulnocarpal impaction syndrome causes pain on the ulnar side of the wrist. Various surgical techniques have been described. Ulnar shortening osteotomy is now a standard treatment. However, it is associated with complications such as non-union of the osteotomy site. The main study objective was to report the rate of radiographic consolidation after ulnar shortening osteotomy with a cutting guide. MATERIAL AND METHODS This multicenter retrospective study of 30 cases reported clinical and radiographic criteria at a minimum 6 month's follow-up. RESULTS The non-union rate was 3.4%. One case presented non-union of the osteotomy site. 87% of patients were satisfied or very satisfied with the procedure. Mean VAS pain rating was 2.7 ± 2.4. Mean QuickDASH and PRWE scores were 24.7 ± 19.2 and 28.6 ± 25. Mean strength on Jamar dynamometer was 27.4 ± 8.9 kg. One patient developed complex regional pain syndrome. Five patients required plate removal for hardware-related discomfort. DISCUSSION Ulna shortening osteotomy with the Aptus Wrist plate provides a standardized approach to the surgical treatment of ulnocarpal impaction syndrome. Compared with other series in the literature, the procedure provided satisfactory consolidation and clinical results.
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- Thomas Daoulas
- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Traumatologique et Urgence Main, Boulevard Tanguy Prigent, CHU de la Cavale Blanche, 29200 Brest, France.
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- Service de Chirurgie de la Main et des Nerfs Périphériques, 2 Boulevard Tonnellé, 37000 Tours, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Traumatologique et Urgence Main, Boulevard Tanguy Prigent, CHU de la Cavale Blanche, 29200 Brest, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Traumatologique et Urgence Main, Boulevard Tanguy Prigent, CHU de la Cavale Blanche, 29200 Brest, France
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- Service de Chirurgie de la Main et des Nerfs Périphériques, 2 Boulevard Tonnellé, 37000 Tours, France
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- Service de Chirurgie de la Main et des Nerfs Périphériques, 2 Boulevard Tonnellé, 37000 Tours, France
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Hones KM, Rakauskas TR, Hao KA, Densley S, Kim J, Wright TW, Chim H. Proximal Row Carpectomy with and without Capitate Resurfacing: A Preliminary Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JBJS Rev 2024; 12:01874474-202404000-00008. [PMID: 38648294 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.24.00025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND In wrist salvage, proximal row carpectomy (PRC) has increasingly shown superior outcomes to four-corner fusion (4CF). Furthermore, PRC with resurfacing capitate pyrocarbon implants (PRC + RCPIs) provides a treatment option that may allow patients to avoid 4CF or wrist arthrodesis and help restore natural joint function and distribute loads evenly across the implant, though RCPI has yet to be evaluated on a large scale. We aimed to compare outcomes between PRC and PRC + RCPI for the treatment of scapholunate advanced collapse (SLAC) and scaphoid nonunion advanced collapse (SNAC) wrists. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed per Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane were queried for articles on PRC and PRC + RCPI performed for SLAC and SNAC wrist with minimum 12-month follow-up. Primary outcomes included wrist range of motion (ROM), grip strength, and outcome scores including Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) and QuickDASH scores, Patient-Rated Wrist and Hand Evaluation (PRWHE), and visual analog scale pain scores. RESULTS Twenty-two studies reporting on 1,804 wrists were included (1,718 PRC alone, 86 PRC + RCPI). PRC + RCPI was associated with greater postoperative radial deviation, but poorer flexion. PRC + RCPI also had significantly lower postoperative QuickDASH (less disability and symptoms) and postoperative PRWHE (lower pain and disability) scores and an improvement in PRWHE compared with PRC. There was no significant difference in grip strength. CONCLUSION PRC + RCPI demonstrated similar postoperative ROM to PRC alone. While PRC + RCPI was associated with more favorable outcome scores, further research is needed to confirm these findings and assess the incidence and profile of complications related to RCPIs. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Keegan M Hones
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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Brauns J, Vandesande W. Dorsal wrist plating for the management of intra-articular distal radius fractures. Acta Orthop Belg 2024; 90:110-114. [PMID: 38669659 DOI: 10.52628/90.1.8058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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The aim of the study was to evaluate the results of Dorsal Wrist Plating in intra-articular distal radius fractures with a dorsal displacement. In this prospective study, a single surgeon treated 20 patients with a (partially) intra-articular distal radius fracture with a dorsal rim avulsion or a dorsal Barton's type fragment. They all underwent an open reduction and internal fixation by Dorsal Wrist Plating. A total of 17 patients had a follow-up period of at least 12 months (mean follow- up of 17 months) and these patients were included in the study. Both functional and radiological outcome parameters were measured. The total range of motion was 92 % of the contralateral side. The mean grip strength and key pinch were 24.6 kg and 6.9kg respectively compared to 29.5 kg and 7.4 kg on the non-operated side. The average Mayo Wrist Score was 89.7 (range 80-100) and the mean Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score was 4.5 (range 0-9.2). An articular step-off was only noted in 2 patients (1 and 2 mm respectively). Radial inclination was restored in all patients. Palmar tilt was anatomically restored in five patients. In all other patients, the palmar tilt was acceptably restored. There was no significant radial shortening in any of the patients. No infections, no tendon ruptures, no Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, or union problems were observed. Dorsal wrist plating seems to be a safe and reliable procedure in the treatment of intra-articular distal radius fractures with dorsal displacement.
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Costa ML, Achten J, Ooms A, Png ME, Cook JA, Lamb SE, Hedley H, Dias J. Surgical fixation with K-wires versus casting in adults with fracture of distal radius: DRAFFT2 multicentre randomised clinical trial. BMJ 2022; 376:e068041. [PMID: 35045969 PMCID: PMC8767805 DOI: 10.1136/bmj-2021-068041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess wrist function, quality of life, and complications in adult patients with a dorsally displaced fracture of the distal radius, treated with either a moulded cast or surgical fixation with K-wires. DESIGN Multicentre randomised clinical superiority trial, SETTING: 36 hospitals in the UK National Health Service (NHS). PARTICIPANTS 500 adults aged 16 or over with a dorsally displaced fracture of the distal radius, randomised after manipulation of their fracture (255 to moulded cast; 245 to surgical fixation). INTERVENTIONS Manipulation and moulded cast was compared with manipulation and surgical fixation with K-wires plus cast. Details of the application of the cast and the insertion of the K-wires were at the discretion of the treating surgeon, according to their normal clinical practice. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcome measure was the Patient Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE) score at 12 months (five questions about pain and 10 about function and disability; overall score out of 100 (best score=0 and worst score=100)). Secondary outcomes were PRWE score at three and six months, quality of life, and complications, including the need for surgery due to loss of fracture position in the first six weeks. RESULTS The mean age of participants was 60 years and 417 (83%) were women; 395 (79%) completed follow-up. No statistically significant difference in the PRWE score was seen at 12 months (cast group (n=200), mean 21.2 (SD 23.1); K-wire group (n=195), mean 20.7 (22.3); adjusted mean difference -0.34 (95% confidence interval -4.33 to 3.66), P=0.87). No difference was seen at earlier time points. In the cast group, 33 (13%) of participants needed surgical fixation for loss of fracture position in the first six weeks compared with one revision surgery in the K-wire group (odds ratio 0.02, 95% confidence interval 0.001 to 0.10). CONCLUSIONS Among patients with a dorsally displaced distal radius fracture that needed manipulation, surgical fixation with K-wires did not improve patients' wrist function at 12 months compared with a cast. TRIAL REGISTRATION ISRCTN registry ISRCTN11980540.
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- Matthew L Costa
- Oxford Trauma and Emergency Care, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Trauma Unit, Kadoorie Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK
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- Oxford Trauma and Emergency Care, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Trauma Unit, Kadoorie Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK
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- Oxford Clinical Trials Research Unit, Centre for Statistics in Medicine, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Botnar Research Centre, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Oxford, UK
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- Oxford Clinical Trials Research Unit, Centre for Statistics in Medicine, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Botnar Research Centre, Oxford, UK
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- College of Medicine and Health, South Cloisters, University of Exeter, Exeter, UK
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire, Coventry, UK
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, George Davies Centre, Leicester, UK
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Xu T, Pan X, Mi J. Improved Outside-In Suture through the Joint Capsule to Repair the Palmer I-B Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Superficial Injury. Comput Math Methods Med 2021; 2021:8387813. [PMID: 34804195 PMCID: PMC8598346 DOI: 10.1155/2021/8387813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2021] [Revised: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND The treatment of type I-B triangular fibrocartilage complex superficial injury is always a challenge to orthopedists. The traditional outside-in suture method often causes a risk of nervous irritation. We designed a modified outside-in suture through the joint capsule to repair the Palmer I-B triangular fibrocartilage complex superficial injury. METHODS From December 2014 to December 2018, we retrospectively collected the medical records of 18 patients in our hospital who used the modified outside-in suture through the joint capsule to repair type I-B triangular fibrocartilage complex superficial injury. Among them, there were 12 males and 6 females, with an average age of 36.2 years. There were 6 cases on the left side and 12 cases on the right side. Record the healing time of all patients after surgery and the occurrence of related complications, and record the pain visual analogue scale (VAS), grip strength, wrist flexion and extension, radioulnar deviation and forearm rotation range of motion, modified Mayo wrist joint function score, and disability of arm-shoulder-hand (DASH) score before operation and at the last follow-up. RESULTS One patient was lost to follow-up, and a total of 17 patients received the final follow-up. Patients were followed up for 24 to 36 months, with an average of 29.6 ± 3.0 months. No wound infection, nerve damage, or irritation occurred after the operation. At the last follow-up, 15 cases of wrist pain disappeared completely, and 2 cases had mild discomfort during exercise. At the last follow-up, VAS decreased from 3.8 ± 0.7 points before operation to 0.8 ± 0.7 points (P < 0.05); grip strength increased from 15.1 ± 3.1 kg before operation to 23.2 ± 1.5 kg (P < 0.05); wrist flexion and extension, radioulnar deflection, and forearm rotational mobility increased from 116.3 ± 2.2°, 37.0 ± 3.5°, and 141.6 ± 2.2° before operation to 117.2 ± 2.5° (P < 0.05), 38.9 ± 3.0° (P < 0.05), and 142.4 ± 1.9° (P < 0.05), respectively; the modified Mayo wrist joint function score increased from 66.1 ± 3.6 points to 82.5 ± 3.9 points (P < 0.05), of which 10 cases were excellent, 5 cases were good, 2 cases were fair, and the excellent and good rate was 88.2%; DASH score improved from 37.0 ± 5.7 points preoperatively to 8.0 ± 2.5 points (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION The modified outside-in suture through the joint capsule to repair the superficial injury of Palmer I-B triangular fibrocartilage complex has a good clinical effect and is worthy of clinical widespread promotion.
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- Tonglong Xu
- Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- Wuxi 9th People's Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Liangxi Road, No.999, Binhu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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- Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- Wuxi 9th People's Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Liangxi Road, No.999, Binhu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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- Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- Wuxi 9th People's Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Liangxi Road, No.999, Binhu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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Ravindran A, Rieke JD, Zapata JDA, White KD, Matarasso A, Yusufali MM, Rana M, Gunduz A, Modarres M, Sitaram R, Daly JJ. Four methods of brain pattern analyses of fMRI signals associated with wrist extension versus wrist flexion studied for potential use in future motor learning BCI. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0254338. [PMID: 34403422 PMCID: PMC8370644 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0254338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE In stroke survivors, a treatment-resistant problem is inability to volitionally differentiate upper limb wrist extension versus flexion. When one intends to extend the wrist, the opposite occurs, wrist flexion, rendering the limb non-functional. Conventional therapeutic approaches have had limited success in achieving functional recovery of patients with chronic and severe upper extremity impairments. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) neurofeedback is an emerging strategy that has shown potential for stroke rehabilitation. There is a lack of information regarding unique blood-oxygenation-level dependent (BOLD) cortical activations uniquely controlling execution of wrist extension versus uniquely controlling wrist flexion. Therefore, a first step in providing accurate neural feedback and training to the stroke survivor is to determine the feasibility of classifying (or differentiating) brain activity uniquely associated with wrist extension from that of wrist flexion, first in healthy adults. APPROACH We studied brain signal of 10 healthy adults, who performed wrist extension and wrist flexion during fMRI data acquisition. We selected four types of analyses to study the feasibility of differentiating brain signal driving wrist extension versus wrist flexion, as follows: 1) general linear model (GLM) analysis; 2) support vector machine (SVM) classification; 3) 'Winner Take All'; and 4) Relative Dominance. RESULTS With these four methods and our data, we found that few voxels were uniquely active during either wrist extension or wrist flexion. SVM resulted in only minimal classification accuracies. There was no significant difference in activation magnitude between wrist extension versus flexion; however, clusters of voxels showed extension signal > flexion signal and other clusters vice versa. Spatial patterns of activation differed among subjects. SIGNIFICANCE We encountered a number of obstacles to obtaining clear group results in healthy adults. These obstacles included the following: high variability across healthy adults in all measures studied; close proximity of uniquely active voxels to voxels that were common to both the extension and flexion movements; in general, higher magnitude of signal for the voxels common to both movements versus the magnitude of any given uniquely active voxel for one type of movement. Our results indicate that greater precision in imaging will be required to develop a truly effective method for differentiating wrist extension versus wrist flexion from fMRI data.
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- Aniruddh Ravindran
- J. Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- J. Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Department of Psychology, College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- J. Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- Laboratory for Brain-Machine Interfaces and Neuromodulation, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- J. Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
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- Laboratory for Brain-Machine Interfaces and Neuromodulation, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
- Institute for Biological and Medical Engineering, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
- Department of Psychiatry and Division of Neuroscience, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- J. Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
- Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, United States of America
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Festen RT, Schrier VJMM, Amadio PC. Automated Segmentation of the Median Nerve in the Carpal Tunnel using U-Net. Ultrasound Med Biol 2021; 47:1964-1969. [PMID: 33931286 PMCID: PMC8169596 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2021.03.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2020] [Revised: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/19/2021] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Nerve area and motion in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) are currently under investigation in terms of prognostic potential. Therefore, there is increasing interest in non-invasive measurement of the nerve using ultrasound. Manual segmentation is time consuming and subject to inter-rater variation, providing an opportunity for automation. Dynamic ultrasound images (n = 5560) of carpal tunnels from 99 clinically diagnosed CTS patients were used to train a U-Net-shaped neural network. The best results from the U-Net were achieved with a location primer as initial region of interest for the segmentations during finger flexion (Dice coefficient = 0.88). This is comparable to the manual Dice measure of 0.92 and higher than the resulting automated Dice measure of wrist flexion (0.81). Although there is a dependency on image quality, a trained U-Net can reliably be used in the assessment of ultrasound-acquired median nerve size and mobility, considerably decreasing manual effort.
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- Raymond T Festen
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA; Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
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Dimitrakakis E, Lindenroth L, Dwyer G, Aylmore H, Dorward NL, Marcus HJ, Stoyanov D. An intuitive surgical handle design for robotic neurosurgery. Int J Comput Assist Radiol Surg 2021; 16:1131-1139. [PMID: 34028662 PMCID: PMC8260543 DOI: 10.1007/s11548-021-02402-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Purpose The expanded endoscopic endonasal approach, a representative example of keyhole brain surgery, allows access to the pituitary gland and surrounding areas through the nasal and sphenoid cavities. Manipulating rigid instruments through these constrained spaces makes this approach technically challenging, and thus, a handheld robotic instrument could expand the surgeon’s capabilities. In this study, we present an intuitive handle prototype for such a robotic instrument. Methods We have designed and fabricated a surgical instrument handle prototype that maps the surgeon’s wrist directly to the robot joints. To alleviate the surgeon’s wrist of any excessive strain and fatigue, the tool is mounted on the surgeon’s forearm, making it parallel with the instrument’s shaft. To evaluate the handle’s performance and limitations, we constructed a surgical task simulator and compared our novel handle with a standard neurosurgical tool, with the tasks being performed by a consultant neurosurgeon. Results While using the proposed handle, the surgeon’s average success rate was \documentclass[12pt]{minimal}
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\begin{document}$$41\%$$\end{document}41% when using a conventional tool. Additionally, the surgeon’s body posture while using the suggested prototype was deemed acceptable by the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment ergonomic survey, while early results indicate the absence of a learning curve. Conclusions Based on these preliminary results, the proposed handle prototype could offer an improvement over current neurosurgical tools and procedural ergonomics. By redirecting forces applied during the procedure to the forearm of the surgeon, and allowing for intuitive surgeon wrist to robot-joints movement mapping without compromising the robotic end effector’s expanded workspace, we believe that this handle could prove a substantial step toward improved neurosurgical instrumentation.
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- Emmanouil Dimitrakakis
- Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Surgical and Interventional Sciences (WEISS), University College London (UCL), London, UK.
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- Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Surgical and Interventional Sciences (WEISS), University College London (UCL), London, UK
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- Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Surgical and Interventional Sciences (WEISS), University College London (UCL), London, UK
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- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London, UK
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- Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Surgical and Interventional Sciences (WEISS), University College London (UCL), London, UK
- UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, London, UK
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London, UK
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- Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Surgical and Interventional Sciences (WEISS), University College London (UCL), London, UK
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Thalhammer G, Haider T, Lauffer M, Tünnerhoff HG. Mid- and Long-Term Outcome After Arthroscopically Assisted Transosseous Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Refixation-Good to Excellent Results in Spite of Some Loss of Stability of the Distal Radioulnar Joint. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:1458-1466. [PMID: 33561484 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2021.01.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2020] [Revised: 01/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/21/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate mid- and long-term outcomes after arthroscopically-assisted transosseous reattachment of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) and to analyze the association of distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) stability with the clinical outcome. METHODS Patients treated with an arthroscopically-assisted transosseous reattachment of the deep layer of the TFCC between 2000 and 2009 and a minimum follow-up of 12 months at mid-term and 4 years at long-term follow-up were retrospectively reviewed. Mayo Modified Wrist Score (MMWS); Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score; pain visual analogue scale (VAS); grip strength and stability of the DRUJ were assessed at 2 follow-up clinical examinations. At the last follow-up, the Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation score was additionally recorded. RESULTS Thirty patients with a mean age of 29 (±13) years were included. Most of the patients were female (70%, n = 21). The mid-term evaluation took place at a median of 30 months (range, 12-83 months). The assessed scores showed statistically significant clinical improvement (MMWS, P < .001; DASH score P < .001; VAS P < .001). Stability assessment showed a stable DRUJ in 23 (76.7%) patients. At a median of 106 months (range 52-215 months), the long-term clinical assessment was performed. The evaluated scores demonstrated persisting significant improvement (MMWS P < .001; DASH score P < .001; VAS P < .001). Stability assessment showed a stable DRUJ in 19 patients (63.3%). DRUJ instability did not correlate with clinical outcome. No permanent surgery-related complications occurred. CONCLUSION Arthroscopically-assisted transosseous reattachment of the deep fibers of radioulnar ligaments leads to excellent and good clinical results in mid- and long-term follow-up. In 95.5% of the analyzed patients, the measured improvement in the DASH score exceeded the in literature reported minimal clinically important difference of 13.5. Loss of DRUJ stability during follow-up was not associated with deterioration of clinical parameters and patient satisfaction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, retrospective case series.
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- Gerhild Thalhammer
- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hospital of the St. John of God Brothers Eisenstadt, Eisenstadt, Austria, Marbach, Austria
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- Handchirurgische Praxis, Dr.Tünnerhoff/Dr. Lauffer, Marbach, Marbach/Neckar, Germany
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Uemura T, Yano K, Miyashima Y, Konishi S, Nakamura H. Posttraumatic triggering of the extensor pollicis brevis tendon in de Quervain's disease successfully diagnosed with ultrasonography: A case report. J Clin Ultrasound 2021; 49:398-400. [PMID: 33022111 DOI: 10.1002/jcu.22934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2020] [Revised: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/21/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Triggering due to de Quervain's disease is exceedingly rare. This is the first successfully diagnosed case of the snapping phenomenon of the extensor pollicis brevis (EPB) tendon in de Quervain's disease evaluated with preoperative dynamic ultrasonography, clearly demonstrated in an intraoperative video, and treated with decompression of EPB subcompartment only under a wide-awake surgery. Dynamic ultrasonographic images identified snapping caused by unsmooth excursion of an enlarged EPB tendon in a separate subcompartment. In snapping de Quervain's disease, ultrasonographic evaluations and wide-awake surgery are essential to exactly diagnose and successfully treat the snapping condition of the EPB and/or APL tendons.
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- Takuya Uemura
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka General Hospital of West Japan Railway Company, Osaka, Japan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seikeikai Hospital, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka General Hospital of West Japan Railway Company, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka General Hospital of West Japan Railway Company, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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Li Q, Park JH, Lee Y, Kim J, Bae KJ, Baek GH. Measurement of compensatory wrist joint rotation using three-dimensional motion analysis in patients with unilateral proximal congenital radioulnar synostosis. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc 2021; 55:107-111. [PMID: 33847571 DOI: 10.5152/j.aott.2021.20114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to investigate compensatory rotational movements of the wrist joint in patients with proximal congenital radioulnar synostosis (CRUS), using a valid and reliable three-dimensional (3D) motion analysis technique. METHODS A total of 26 patients (6 females, 14 males; mean age=15.3 years; and age range=6-32 years) who were diagnosed with unilateral proximal CRUS but were not operated were enrolled in this study. Patients were then categorized into 2 groups: Group I included 5 patients younger than 10 years, and Group II included 15 patients older than 10 years. Eighteen light-reflective skin markers were placed on the bony landmarks of both upper limbs, and both distal forearms were fixed using a U-shaped device to minimize forearm rotation. Each patient grasped the handle of an instrument that used a goniometer to measure wrist rotation; maximal passive pronation and supination angles of the wrist were measured in this manner and also using 3D motion analysis. RESULTS There was a significant correlation between measurements by the goniometer and 3D motion analysis (r=0.985, p<0.001). The test-retest reliability of the 3D motion analysis was acceptable for both the affected side (ICC=0.992) and the contralateral normal side (ICC=0.997) with low standard measurement errors (1.3° and 0.8°, respectively). Although no significant difference was observed in the range of the wrist rotation between the affected and contralateral sides in Group I (p=0.686), there was a significant difference in the wrist rotation between the affected and contralateral sides in Group II (p=0.001). Further, the pronation angle of the wrist joint was significantly larger in the affected side than that in the contralateral normal side in Group II (p=0.001). CONCLUSION The 3D motion analysis technique seems to be a valid and reliable method to measure the rotation of the wrist joint. Unilateral proximal CRUS patients older than 10 years of age may develop rotational hypermobility of the wrist joint compared to the contralateral normal side as a compensatory phenomenon. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, Diagnostic Study.
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- Qingyuan Li
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea;Department of Hand and Foot Surgery, Yanbian University Hospital, Jilin province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Park IJ, Sur YJ, Kim J, Jeon JH, Park HY. Simultaneous ipsilateral distal radius and radial head fractures: Two case reports of radius bipolar fracture. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e24036. [PMID: 33546002 PMCID: PMC7837832 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000024036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2020] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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RATIONALE Distal radius fracture with simultaneous ipsilateral radial head fracture is a very rare pattern of injury. This type of injury is referred to as 'radius bipolar fracture'. Treatments for this injury pattern can be challenging because both the wrist and elbow need to be considered. There are currently no guidelines for the treatment of this specific type of injury. We report two cases of this unusual pattern of injury treated in our hospital. PATIENT CONCERNS Case 1 was a 78-year-old female patient and case 2 was a 19-year-old female patient who visited our emergency department with left elbow and wrist pain after slipping and falling. DIAGNOSIS Plain radiography and computed tomography revealed radius bipolar fracture. Case 1 had an AO type C3 distal radius fracture, a Mason type III radial head fracture. Case 2 had an AO type B2 undisplaced distal radius fracture and a Mason type III radial head fracture. INTERVENTIONS In case 1, open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) was performed for the distal radius fracture and radial head replacement arthroplasty for the radial head fracture. In case 2, distal radius fracture was treated conservatively and ORIF was performed for the radial head fracture. OUTCOMES Bony union as achieved in both cases. At 1-year follow-up, case 1 showed slight limited range of motion of the wrist. Case 2 showed no radius shortening and full range of motion of the wrist and elbow. The Quick disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand score was 18 and 16, respectively. LESSONS After this type of injury, the radius length can be changed, and as a result, ulnar variance can be affected. When radial head replaced is considered, it would be better to operate on the wrist first, and then perform radial head replacement. In this way, radiocapitellar overstuffing or instability can be prevented. However, if ORIF is planned for proximal radius fracture, either the proximal or distal radius can be fixed first. Surgeons should try to preserve radial length during treatment to optimize patient outcomes.
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- Il-Jung Park
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Uijeongbu St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Uijeongbu St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea
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Kibar B. Combined palmar and dorsal plating of four-part distal radius fractures: Our clinical and radiological results. Jt Dis Relat Surg 2021; 32:59-66. [PMID: 33463419 PMCID: PMC8073437 DOI: 10.5606/ehc.2021.75599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2020] [Accepted: 08/31/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aims to investigate the radiological and clinical outcomes of four-part intraarticular distal radius fractures treated with a volar anatomically locked plate and 2 mm low-profile plates using both the volar and dorsal approaches. PATIENTS AND METHODS This retrospective study included 20 patients (8 males, 12 females; mean age 47±12.1; range, 25 to 67 years) who received open reduction and internal fixation with combined volar and dorsal plating to treat complex four-part distal radius fractures (shaft, radial styloid area, dorsal medial facet, volar medial facet) between May 2016 and January 2019. According to Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO) classification, all fractures were 2R3-C3. According to Melone classification, one fracture was type 1, seven fractures were type 2a, three were type 2b, three were type 3 and six were type 4. The mean follow-up time was 21±7.5 (range, 12 to 36) months. RESULTS Union was achieved in all fractures. The mean tourniquet time was 103±12 (range, 90 to 130) minutes. The mean Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand questionnaire score was 10±9, and the mean Visual Analog Scale score was 2.1±0.9. According to Mayo wrist score, five patients had excellent, six had good, six had satisfactory and three had poor results. The mean grip strength was 25.2±9.2 (range, 15 to 40) kg and 78% of opposite side. Mean wrist flexion was 48.7°±15.3° (range, 30° to 80°), extension was 52.2°±17.2° (range, 25° to 80°), radio-ulnar deviation arc was 40.7°±6.9° (range, 30° to 55°), and mean forearm rotation arc was 152.3°±11° (range, 130° to 170°). CONCLUSION Plating method with a dual approach may be an alternative for four-part intraarticular distal radius fractures given its early mobility advantage and satisfactory functional and radiological results.
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- Birkan Kibar
- Haydarpaşa Numune Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi Ortopedi ve Travmatoloji Kliniği, 34668 Üsküdar, İstanbul, Türkiye.
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Çolak İ, Bulut G, Bekler Hİ, Çeçen GS, Gülabi D. Mid-term clinical and radiographic outcomes of perilunate injuries treated with open reduction and internal fixation. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc 2021; 55:57-61. [PMID: 33650513 DOI: 10.5152/j.aott.2021.19246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to present the mid-term clinical and radiographic outcomes of patients with perilunate injuries treated with open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). METHODS Patients who underwent ORIF due to perilunate injuries from 2004 to 2015 were retrospectively reviewed. Surgery was mostly performed using a standard dorsal approach. Each injury was graded as per Mayfield staging. At the final follow-up, pain intensity was evaluated using a 10-cm visual analog scale (VAS). Wrist and elbow range of motion, handgrip and pinch strength, Modified Mayo Wrist Scores, and the disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand (DASH) scores were measured. On plain radiographic examination, the scapholunate (SL) angle, SL interval, carpal height, and continuity of Gilula arcs were evaluated. The presence of arthritis was also assessed using the Herzberg classification. RESULTS In total, 26 male patients (27 wrists) who met the inclusion criteria were included in the study. The mean age was 40 years (range: 20-58); the mean follow-up was 45 months (range: 16-96). Most of the injuries were fracture-dislocations (n=20; 71.4%). According to Mayfield staging, 7 wrists were grade 3, and 20 wrists were grade 4. According to Herzberg staging, 11 (40.7%) patients were stage 2a. The mean VAS was 2.3 (range: 0-5) at rest and 3.3 (range: 0-7) during activity. The mean wrist flexion and extension were 50° (range: 21-80°; 73.5% of the unaffected side) and 45.1° (range: 20-74°; 70.9% of the unaffected side), respectively. The mean radial and ulnar deviation were 14.6° (range: 6-25°; 63.6% of the unaffected side) and 22.3° (range: 5-40°; 64.7% of the unaffected side), respectively. Grip and pinch strength were 57.6 kg (range: 15-106; 65.5% of the unaffected side) and 18.6 kg (range: 8-28; 78.2% of the unaffected side), respectively. The mean Mayo score was 63.3 (range: 20-90), and the DASH score was 24.1±25.2. The mean SL angle was 61.6° (range: 40-83). There was 1 wrist with a pathological SL interval, 11 wrists with dorsal intercalated segmental instability, and 3 wrists with fractures of the Gilula arcs. The mean carpal height was within the normal range. CONCLUSION In the treatment of perilunate injuries, satisfactory clinical and radiographic outcomes can be expected from ORIF at mid-term follow-up. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, Therapeutic Study.
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- İlker Çolak
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Bahcesehir University, School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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Shiraishi K, Burghardt AJ, Osaki M, Khosla S, Carballido-Gamio J. Global and Spatial Compartmental Interrelationships of Bone Density, Microstructure, Geometry and Biomechanics in the Distal Radius in a Colles' Fracture Study Using HR-pQCT. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2021; 12:568454. [PMID: 34122326 PMCID: PMC8187761 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2021.568454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Bone parameters derived from HR-pQCT have been investigated on a parameter-by-parameter basis for different clinical conditions. However, little is known regarding the interrelationships of bone parameters and the spatial distribution of these interrelationships. In this work: 1) we investigate compartmental interrelationships of bone parameters; 2) assess the spatial distribution of interrelationships of bone parameters; and 3) compare interrelationships of bone parameters between postmenopausal women with and without a recent Colles' fracture. METHODS Images from the unaffected radius in fracture cases (n=84), and from the non-dominant radius of controls (n=98) were obtained using HR-pQCT. Trabecular voxel-based maps of local bone volume fraction (L.Tb.BV/TV), homogenized volumetric bone mineral density (H.Tb.BMD), homogenized μFEA-derived strain energy density (H.Tb.SED), and homogenized inter-trabecular distances (H.Tb.1/N) were generated; as well as surface-based maps of apparent cortical bone thickness (Surf.app.Ct.Th), porosity-weighted cortical bone thickness (Surf.Ct.SIT), mean cortical BMD (Surf.Ct.BMD), and mean cortical SED (Surf.Ct.SED). Anatomical correspondences across the parametric maps in the study were established via spatial normalization to a common template. Mean values of the parametric maps before spatial normalization were used to assess compartmental Spearman's rank partial correlations of bone parameters (e.g., between H.Tb.BMD and L.Tb.BV/TV or between Surf.Ct.BMD and Surf.app.Ct.Th). Spearman's rank partial correlations were also assessed for each voxel and vertex of the spatially normalized parametric maps, thus generating maps of Spearman's rank partial correlation coefficients. Correlations were performed independently within each group, and compared between groups using the Fisher's Z transformation. RESULTS All within-group global trabecular and cortical Spearman's rank partial correlations were significant; and the correlations of H.Tb.BMD-L.Tb.BV/TV, H.Tb.BMD-H.Tb.1/N, L.Tb.BV/TV-H.Tb.1/N, Surf.Ct.BMD-Surf.Ct.SED and Surf.Ct.SIT-Surf.Ct.SED were significantly different between controls and fracture cases. The spatial analyses revealed significant heterogeneous voxel- and surface-based correlation coefficient maps across the distal radius for both groups; and the correlation maps of H.Tb.BMD-L.Tb.BV/TV, H.Tb.BMD-H.Tb.1/N, L.Tb.BV/TV-H.Tb.1/N, H.Tb.1/N-H.Tb.SED and Surf.app.Ct.Th - Surf.Ct.SIT yielded small clusters of significant correlation differences between groups. DISCUSSION The heterogeneous spatial distribution of interrelationships of bone parameters assessing density, microstructure, geometry and biomechanics, along with their global and local differences between controls and fracture cases, may help us further understand different bone mechanisms of bone fracture.
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- Kazuteru Shiraishi
- Department of Radiology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism and Nutrition, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Radiology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States
- *Correspondence: Julio Carballido-Gamio,
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Quadlbauer S, Pezzei C, Jurkowitsch J, Rosenauer R, Kolmayr B, Keuchel T, Simon D, Beer T, Hausner T, Leixnering M. Rehabilitation after distal radius fractures: is there a need for immobilization and physiotherapy? Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2020; 140:651-663. [PMID: 32193679 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03367-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Although the literature generally agrees that displaced distal radius fractures require surgery, no single consensus exists concerning the length of immobilization and type of post-operative physiotherapeutic rehabilitation program. Palmar locking plate fixation represents a very stable fixation of the distal radius, and was assessed biomechanically in various studies. Surprisingly, most authors report additional immobilization after plate fixation. One reason might be due to the pain caused during active wrist mobilization in the early post-operative stages or secondly to protect the osteosynthesis in the early healing stages preventing secondary loss of reduction. This article addresses the biomechanical principles, current available evidence for early mobilization/immobilization and impact of physiotherapy after operatively treated distal radius fractures.
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- S Quadlbauer
- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria.
- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Experimental und Clinical Traumatology, AUVA Research Center, 1200, Vienna, Austria.
- Austrian Cluster for Tissue Regeneration, 1200, Vienna, Austria.
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Experimental und Clinical Traumatology, AUVA Research Center, 1200, Vienna, Austria
- Austrian Cluster for Tissue Regeneration, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Physiotherapy, AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Experimental und Clinical Traumatology, AUVA Research Center, 1200, Vienna, Austria
- Austrian Cluster for Tissue Regeneration, 1200, Vienna, Austria
- Department for Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Paracelsus Medical University, 5020, Salzburg, Austria
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- AUVA Trauma Hospital Lorenz Böhler - European Hand Trauma Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, 1200, Vienna, Austria
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Kao SW, Chang IC, Wu CL. Palmar-divergent dislocation of the scaphoid and lunate treated using percutaneous pinning and pin-in-plaster: A case report. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc 2020; 54:348-352. [PMID: 32442125 DOI: 10.5152/j.aott.2020.03.285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Acute lunate and perilunate dislocations are not commonly observed injuries. In particular, palmar-divergent dislocation is a very rare injury with only a few cases reported in the literature. In this report, we describe the case of a 37-year-old patient with palmar-divergent dislocation of the scaphoid and lunate and discuss the mechanism of this type of injury. We also report a potential treatment for this pattern of palmar-divergent dislocation. The scapholunate and scaphocapitate joints were stabilized with K-wires and a modified pin-in-plaster fixation for 5 weeks after successful closed reduction. At the 1-year follow-up, magnetic resonance imaging showed no evidence of avascular necrosis of the scaphoid or lunate. However, radiographs showed mild dorsal intercalated segment instability deformity. The patient experienced no intermittent wrist pain or limitation in motion, with only 15% loss in grip strength. The Mayo wrist score was 90/100, and the patient resumed work as a craftsman. The carpal height ratio at the 4-year follow-up was 1.51 and 1.52 for the left and right wrists, respectively. In conclusion, we recommend this treatment method due to its benefits of being relatively simple, easy to perform, and having a relatively short operation time. Essentially, a good outcome was achieved using this method, including full range of motion and freedom from pain.
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- Shih-Wen Kao
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chung-Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung City, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chung-Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung City, Taiwan;Institute of Medicine, Chung-Shan Medical University, Taichung City, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chung-Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung City, Taiwan;Institute of Medicine, Chung-Shan Medical University, Taichung City, Taiwan
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Modest J, Clair B, DeMasi R, Meulenaere S, Howley A, Aubin M, Jones M. Self-measured wrist range of motion by wrist-injured and wrist-healthy study participants using a built-in iPhone feature as compared with a universal goniometer. J Hand Ther 2020; 32:507-514. [PMID: 30017418 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2018.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2017] [Revised: 01/11/2018] [Accepted: 03/27/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional cohort. INTRODUCTION Smartphone gyroscope and goniometer applications have been shown to be a reliable way to measure wrist ROM when used by researchers or trained staff. If wrist-injured patients could reliably measure their own ROM, rehabilitation efforts could be more effectively tailored. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY To assess agreement of self-measured ROM by wrist-injured and wrist-healthy study participants using a built-in iPhone 5 level feature as compared to researcher-measured ROM using a universal goniometer (UG). METHODS Thirty wrist-healthy and 30 wrist-injured subjects self-measured wrist flexion, extension, supination, and pronation ROM using the built-in preinstalled digital level feature on an iPhone 5. Simultaneously a researcher measured ROM with a UG. RESULTS Average absolute deviation between the self-measured iPhone 5 level feature and researcher-measured UG ROM was less than 2° for all 4 movements individually and combined was found to be 1.6° for both populations. Intraclass correlation coefficient showed high correlation with values over 0.94 and Bland-Altman plots showed very strong agreement. There was no statistical difference in the ability of wrist-injured and healthy patients to self-measure wrist ROM. DISCUSSION Both populations showed very high agreement between their self-measured ROM using the built-in level feature on an iPhone 5 and the researcher-measured ROM using the UG. Both populations were able to use the iPhone self-measurement equally well and the injury status of the subject did not affect the agreement results. CONCLUSION Wrist-healthy and wrist-injured subjects were able to reliably and independently measure ROM using a smartphone level feature.
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- Jacob Modest
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, USA.
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Chen Z. A novel staged wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation program for a patient with triangular fibrocartilage complex injury: A case report. J Hand Ther 2020; 32:525-534. [PMID: 30017412 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2018.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2017] [Revised: 02/07/2018] [Accepted: 04/01/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Case report. INTRODUCTION Studies have highlighted the sensory innervations and stabilizing role of forearm muscles on wrist joint and implications to wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation. This case explored the novel incorporation of dart-throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation in wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY To describe and evaluate a staged wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation program for a patient with triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injury. METHODS The patient participated in the staged program for 9 sessions over a 3-month period. Treatment involved neuromuscular strengthening at the wrist and movement normalization of the upper extremity. Outcome measures were grip strength, visual analog scale, joint position sense, Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand, and patient-rated wrist evaluation. RESULTS The patient showed improvement in all outcome measures. Most outcomes exceeded the established minimal clinically important difference values. DISCUSSION The results suggest that dart-throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation are beneficial in rehabilitation of TFCC injury. CONCLUSIONS This is the first study that incorporated dart-throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation in the sensorimotor rehabilitation of TFCC injury and yielded promising results. There is a need to further evaluate the program in prospective randomized controlled trial recruiting a larger group of patients with TFCC injury.
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- Zhiqing Chen
- Occupational Therapy Department, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.
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Kocaoğlu H, Kalem M, Kavak M, Şahin E, Başarır K, Kınık H. Comparison of operating time, fluoroscopy exposure time, and functional and radiological results of two surgical methods for distal forearm fractures of both-bones in pediatric patients: Is it necessary to fix both bones? Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc 2020; 54:155-160. [PMID: 32254031 DOI: 10.5152/j.aott.2020.02.10] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to compare the functional results of internal fixation of both forearm bones versus fixation of the radius alone in the treatment of distal both-bone forearm fractures in children. METHODS This study included a total of 34 children who were treated for distal forearm both-bone fracture. Patients were divided into two groups according to the technique used, which depended on the date of their surgery. Group 1 consisted of 18 children (14 males and four females; mean age: 10.3 years; age range: 7-16 years) who underwent both-bone fracture fixation using closed reduction and percutaneous pinning; Group 2 consisted of 16 children (12 males and four females; mean age: 10.1 years; age range: 6-15 years) who underwent only radius fracture fixation. The average follow-up was 65.6 months in Group 1 and 38.9 months in Group 2. Operating time, fluoroscopy exposure time, functional results (Mayo Wrist Score, visual analogue scale score, and range of motion), radiological results (time to union and malunion), and complications were recorded as outcome parameters. RESULTS The mean operating time was 35 min (range: 30-45 min) in Group 1 and 19 min (range: 10-25 min) in Group 2 (p<0.001). The mean fluoroscopy exposure time was 54 sec (range: 40-70 sec) in Group 1 and 18 sec (range: 10-26 sec) in Group 2 (p<0.001). Only three patients in Group 1 and four patients in Group 2 exhibited <10° of limitation in pronation and supination. No significant differences were determined between the groups with respect to functional scores (p=1.000). Final follow-up radiographs showed no malalignment in either group. In terms of time to union, there was no significant difference between groups (p=1.000). Additionally, only three minor complications associated with the pin track (two patients in Group 1 and one patient in Group 2) were noted. CONCLUSION In children with distal both-bone fractures, fixation of the radius fracture alone may be considered as an alternative method of treatment to fixation of both forearm bones as it results in satisfactory functional and radiographic outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, Therapeutic study.
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- Hakan Kocaoğlu
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, İbn-i Sina Hospital, Ankara University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, İbn-i Sina Hospital, Ankara University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, School of Medicine, Eskişehir, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Bülent Ecevit University School of Medicine, Zonguldak, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, İbn-i Sina Hospital, Ankara University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, İbn-i Sina Hospital, Ankara University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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Albanese GA, Marini F, Taglione E, Gasparini C, Grandi S, Pettinelli F, Sardelli C, Catitti P, Sandini G, Masia L, Zenzeri J. Assessment of human wrist rigidity and pain in post-traumatic patients .. IEEE Int Conf Rehabil Robot 2020; 2019:89-94. [PMID: 31374612 DOI: 10.1109/icorr.2019.8779508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The aim of this work is to present a novel robot-based method to assess the sources of a lack of functionality in patients with recent traumatic wrist injuries. Post-traumatic patients experience limited range of motion as well as strength and proprioceptive deficits. These dysfunctions are related to different complications that usually follow the injuries: pain, increased rigidity, lack of movement fluency and loss of stability could arise differently, according to the severity, site and kind of lesion. Their quantitative evaluation could be essential to target rehabilitation treatments to the specific problem and to optimize and speed up the functional recovery. The use of robotic devices for assessment not only ensures objectivity and repeatability, but could also help to estimate the goodness of the evaluation itself, in terms of reliability and patient's engagement. Ten subjects with different types of wrist injuries were enrolled in this study and required to perform passive robot-guided reaching movements. Forces and angular positions were used to evaluate subject's range of motion, rigidity and pain that, considered together, allowed a comprehensive characterization of the level of healing and functionality achieved by each subject.
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Mehta SP, George HR, Goering CA, Shafer DR, Koester A, Novotny S. Reliability, validity, and minimal detectable change of the push-off test scores in assessing upper extremity weight-bearing ability. J Hand Ther 2020; 32:103-109. [PMID: 29102478 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2017.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2017] [Revised: 09/28/2017] [Accepted: 09/28/2017] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Clinical measurement study. INTRODUCTION The push-off test (POT) was recently conceived and found to be reliable and valid for assessing weight bearing through injured wrist or elbow. However, further research with larger sample can lend credence to the preliminary findings supporting the use of the POT. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY This study examined the interrater reliability, construct validity, and measurement error for the POT in patients with wrist conditions. METHODS Participants with musculoskeletal (MSK) wrist conditions were recruited. The performance on the POT, grip isometric strength of wrist extensors was assessed. The shortened version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand and numeric pain rating scale were completed. The intraclass correlation coefficient assessed interrater reliability of the POT. Pearson correlation coefficients (r) examined the concurrent relationships between the POT and other measures. The standard error of measurement and the minimal detectable change at 90% confidence interval were assessed as measurement error and index of true change for the POT. RESULTS A total of 50 participants with different elbow or wrist conditions (age: 48.1 ± 16.6 years) were included in this study. The results of this study strongly supported the interrater reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient: 0.96 and 0.93 for the affected and unaffected sides, respectively) of the POT in patients with wrist MSK conditions. The POT showed convergent relationships with the grip strength on the injured side (r = 0.89) and the wrist extensor strength (r = 0.7). The POT showed smaller standard error of measurement (1.9 kg). The minimal detectable change at 90% confidence interval for the POT was 4.4 kg for the sample. CONCLUSIONS This study provides additional evidence to support the reliability and validity of the POT. This is the first study that provides the values for the measurement error and true change on the POT scores in patients with wrist MSK conditions. Further research should examine the responsiveness and discriminant validity of the POT in patients with wrist conditions.
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- Saurabh P Mehta
- School of Physical Therapy, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, USA; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, USA.
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- School of Physical Therapy, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, USA
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Blackburn J, van der Oest MJW, Selles RW, Chen NC, Feitz R, Vranceanu AM, Porsius JT. Which Psychological Variables Are Associated With Pain and Function Before Surgery for de Quervain's Tenosynovitis? A Cross-sectional Study. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2019; 477:2750-2758. [PMID: 31764346 PMCID: PMC6907288 DOI: 10.1097/corr.0000000000000992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2019] [Accepted: 09/18/2019] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Depression, anxiety, and pain catastrophizing have been associated with worse pain and function in studies of patients with de Quervain's tenosynovitis. Illness perceptions are the patient's thoughts and feelings about their illness. More negative perceptions of the illness such as the illness having a long duration or serious consequences are associated with worse physical function in patients with hand osteoarthritis. It is currently unknown whether these psychological factors play a similar role in de Quervain's. We chose to study patients who have tried nonoperative management and have chosen surgical decompression due to persistent symptoms. Psychological factors may be associated with their ongoing pain and impaired function, so it is particularly important to investigate the role of psychosocial factors that may be targeted with non-invasive interventions. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES Which psychological variables are independently associated with baseline pain and function in patients undergoing surgical treatment for de Quervain's tenosynovitis, after controlling for clinical and demographic variables? METHODS This cross-sectional study included data from a longitudinally maintained database on 229 patients who had surgery for de Quervain's tenosynovitis between September 2017 and October 2018. All management options were discussed with patients, but many had already tried nonoperative management and chose surgery once referred to our institution. Our database included 958 patients with de Quervain's, with 69% (659) managed nonoperatively and 34% (326 of 958) who underwent surgical decompression. A total of 70% (229 of 958) completed all questionnaires and could be included in the study. With the numbers available, we found no differences between those included and those not analyzed in terms of age, gender, duration of symptoms, BMI, smoking status, and workload.Patients completed the Patient-Rated Wrist/Hand Evaluation (PRWHE), Patient Health Questionnaire for emotional distress, Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS), and the Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire. We investigated the relative contribution of patient demographics and individual psychosocial factors using a hierarchical multivariable linear regression model. In the first step we considered how demographic factors were associated with the baseline PRWHE score. In the second step we investigated the effect of pain catastrophizing and emotional distress on the baseline PRWHE score after accounting for confounding demographic factors. In the final step, the effect of illness perceptions on baseline PRWHE were considered after accounting for the confounding effects of demographic factors as well as pain catastrophizing and emotional distress. RESULTS After controlling for confounding variables including workload and emotional distress, a more negative patient perception of the consequences of their condition and worse pain catastrophizing were associated with worse pain and function (consequences, β = 0.31; p < 0.01, pain catastrophizing β = 0.17; p = 0.03). A hierarchical multivariable regression analysis found that 11% of variance in baseline pain and function was explained by pain catastrophizing and emotional distress. Illness perceptions brought the total explained variance of the final model to 34%. CONCLUSIONS More negative perceptions of the consequences of de Quervain's tenosynovitis and worse pain catastrophizing are associated with worse pain and reduced function at baseline in patients awaiting surgical decompression of de Quervain's tenosynovitis. In light of these findings, future studies might explore interventions to reduce pain catastrophizing and lower the perceived consequences of the condition. This may reduce the number of patients choosing surgical decompression or may also improve surgical outcomes. Further work should consider if these psychological factors are also associated with postoperative patient-reported outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE LEVEL III, therapeutic study.
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- Julia Blackburn
- J. Blackburn, N. C. Chen, Hand and Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA J. Blackburn, M. J. W. van der Oest, A-M. Vranceanu, J. T. Porsius, Integrated Brain Health Clinical and Research Program, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA M. J. W. van der Oest, R. W. Selles, J. T. Porsius, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, the Netherlands M. J. W. van der Oest, R. W. Selles, J. T. Porsius, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, the Netherlands M. J. W. van der Oest, R. Feitz, Hand and Wrist Center, Xpert Clinic, the Netherlands
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Pelletier R, Paquette É, Bourbonnais D, Higgins J, Harris PG, Danino MA. Bilateral sensory and motor as well as cognitive differences between persons with and without musculoskeletal disorders of the wrist and hand. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2019; 44:102058. [PMID: 31542683 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2019.102058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2019] [Revised: 08/11/2019] [Accepted: 09/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Sensory and motor disturbances are characteristic of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Rehabilitation interventions aimed at remediating these disturbances are traditionally exclusively targeted to the affected area. However, there is some evidence of bilateral changes in sensory and motor function associated with unilateral injuries and conditions suggesting central changes. Deficits on specific cognitive tasks have also been documented in persons with chronic pain. PURPOSE The purpose of the present study was to determine if participants with unilateral pain arising from heterogeneous wrist/hand injuries and conditions demonstrate bilateral changes in sensory and motor functions as well as cognitive deficits. DESIGN/METHODS Sensory (Pressure Pain Thresholds, Two Point Orientation Discrimination), Motor (grip strength and Purdue Pegboard), and Cognitive function (Stroop test and mental rotation task) were measured in 30 participants with wrist/hand pain and 30 healthy control participants in an observational cross-sectional study. RESULTS Participants with unilateral wrist/hand pain demonstrated differences in cognitive function measured with the Stroop test (p = 0.03). They also demonstrated bilateral sensorimotor differences in pressure pain thresholds (p = 0.03), grip strength (p = 0.00) and Purdue pegboard test (p = 0.03) results compared to healthy control participants. CONCLUSION Cognitive as well as bilateral alterations in sensory and motor function in participants with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions suggest central changes are involved in their pathophysiology. These findings in persons with heterogeneous injuries/conditions suggest that these changes are not specific to an injury/condition. Bilateral sensorimotor changes have important implications with regards to the pathophysiology of musculoskeletal disorders of the wrist/hand, for rehabilitative interventions and research.
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- René Pelletier
- Sciences de la réadaptation, École de réadaptation, Faculté de Médecine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, H3C 3J7, Canada.
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- Sciences de la réadaptation, École de réadaptation, Faculté de Médecine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, H3C 3J7, Canada.
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- École de réadaptation, Faculté de médecine, Université de Montréal, C.P. 6128, succursale Centre-ville, Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR), Montréal, H3C 3J7, Québec, Canada.
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- École de réadaptation, Faculté de médecine, Université de Montréal, C.P. 6128, succursale Centre-ville, Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR), Montréal, H3C 3J7, Québec, Canada.
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- Département de chirurgie Université de Montréal, Chef département de chirurgie du Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), 1000, rue Saint-Denisx, H2X 0C1, Québec, Canada.
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- Université de Montréal, Chef du service de chirurgie plastique du Centre Hospitalier Université de Montréal (CHUM), 850, rue St-Denis Pav. S - local S02-128, H2X 0A9, Montréal, Québec, Canada.
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Ferguson R, Riley ND, Wijendra A, Thurley N, Carr AJ, Bjf D. Wrist pain: a systematic review of prevalence and risk factors- what is the role of occupation and activity? BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019; 20:542. [PMID: 31727033 PMCID: PMC6857228 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-019-2902-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2019] [Accepted: 10/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the prevalence and risk factors of wrist pain. METHODS Systematic review. DATA SOURCES The MEDLINE and EMBASE via OVID, CINAHL and SPORTDiscus via EBSCO databases were searched from database inception to 9th March 2018. Specific criteria were used to define inclusion and exclusion. Data was extracted independently by a pair of reviewers. RESULTS In total 32 cross sectional studies were identified for inclusion (1 with a longitudinal component). The median prevalence of wrist pain in the general population and non-manual workers within the short term (within last week) was 6 and 4.2% within the medium term (> 1 week and within a year). The median prevalence of wrist pain in physically demanding occupations and sports people was 10% within the short term and 24% within the medium term. Non-modifiable factors associated with wrist pain included increased age (1 study in adults and 3 studies in children/adolescents) and female sex (2 studies). Modifiable risk factors included high job physical strain (2 studies), high job psychological strain (1 study), abnormal physeal morphology in children/adolescents (2 studies), high frequency impact tool use (1 study) and effort reward imbalance (1 study). CONCLUSIONS Wrist pain is highly prevalent in groups who partake in physically demanding activities from day to day such as manual labourers and sportspeople. It is less prevalent in the general population and non-manual workers, although there is a relative lack of research in the general population. TRIAL REGISTRATION The review protocol was registered with PROSPERO under the registration number CRD42018090834. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 1 (Prognostic study).
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- R Ferguson
- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), Botnar Research Centre, University of Oxford, OX3 7LD, Oxford, England
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- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Windmill Rd, Oxford, OX3 7LD, UK
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- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Windmill Rd, Oxford, OX3 7LD, UK
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- Bodleian Health Care Libraries, Cairns Library, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), Botnar Research Centre, University of Oxford, OX3 7LD, Oxford, England
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), Botnar Research Centre, University of Oxford, OX3 7LD, Oxford, England.
- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Windmill Rd, Oxford, OX3 7LD, UK.
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Iniesta A, Bonev B, Curvale C, Legré R, Gay A. Outcomes of ulnar shortening osteotomy using a new compression plate. Hand Surg Rehabil 2019; 39:19-22. [PMID: 31706028 DOI: 10.1016/j.hansur.2019.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2018] [Revised: 06/28/2019] [Accepted: 09/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Ulnar impaction syndrome (UIS) is a frequent cause of ulnar-sided wrist pain. Several open and arthroscopic surgery techniques have been described. Ulnar shortening osteotomy (USO) is often the method of choice. It has the advantage of leveling the distal radioulnar joint extra-articularly while maintaining the integrity of the soft tissues that stabilize the joint. This retrospective study reports the short-term outcomes of 20 patients who underwent surgery between 2013 and 2015. USO was performed with a locked plate and a new compression device (Alians®, Newclip™, Haute Goulaine, France). Preoperative and postoperative ulnar variance were measured on wrist X-rays in neutral pronation-supination. Functional outcomes were evaluated with the QuickDASH score and the pain on VAS (visual analog scale). Postoperative range of motion and grip strength were compared to those of the contralateral wrist. The average follow-up was 16 months (4 to 28 months). Preoperative ulnar variance was positive with an average of 4mm (1-11mm). The average length of the final ulna shortening was 3.5mm (1.5-6mm); the mean time to union was 4 months (3-12 months). The average QuickDASH was 12 and pain had decreased 2.4mm on the VAS. The results achieved with this new compression plate designed specifically for USO are similar to those described in the literature. This kind of device has an easily reproducible technique and can reduce the operative time. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: IV.
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- A Iniesta
- Institut de la main et du membre supérieur, 393, avenue du Prado, 13008 Marseille, France.
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- Centre hospitalier d'Hyères, 579, avenue du Maréchal-Juin, 83400 Hyères-Les-Palmiers, France
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- Centre hospitalo-universitaire de la Timone, 264, rue Saint-Pierre, 13005 Marseille, France
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- Centre hospitalo-universitaire de la Timone, 264, rue Saint-Pierre, 13005 Marseille, France
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- Institut de la main et du membre supérieur, 393, avenue du Prado, 13008 Marseille, France
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Tomori Y, Sawaizumi T, Nanno M, Takai S. Closing Radial Wedge Osteotomy for Preiser Disease: Clinical Outcomes. J Hand Surg Am 2019; 44:896.e1-896.e10. [PMID: 30685137 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2018] [Revised: 09/25/2018] [Accepted: 11/18/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To determine clinical outcomes of Preiser disease treated with closing radial wedge osteotomy (CRWO). METHODS Seven patients with Preiser disease underwent CRWO. Two wrists had stage 2 disease, 3 had stage 3, 2 had stage 4 (Herbert-Lanzetta classification). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed that 4 wrists had stage 1 and 3 had stage 2 indicating complete and incomplete necrosis, respectively (Kalainov criteria), before surgery. Two wrists had concomitant Kienböck disease. The range of motion (ROM) of the wrists was restricted owing to pain, and median Modified Mayo Wrist Score (MMWS) was 15 points. Patients were followed after surgery with radiography, MRI, and clinical evaluation (ROM, grip strength, MMWS). Radiolunate and scapholunate angles were calculated on lateral radiographs. RESULTS Although there were no usual postoperative complications (eg, infection, neuropathy, distal radius nonunion), 1 patient had an extensor pollicis longus tendon rupture, and another experienced osteoarthritis with deterioration of the distal radioulnar joint. Final follow-up radiography showed that 2 wrists were stage 3, 5 were stage 5 (Herbert-Lanzetta classification). At 1 year after surgery, T1-weighted MRI showed that 2 of 6 wrists had improved from stage 1 to stage 2 (Kalainov criteria). At the final evaluation, 5 wrists had no pain, and 2 had only mild pain. Compared with the contralateral wrist, the median ROM was 80% in extension, 73% in flexion. Median grip strength was 71%, median MMWS was 75 points, and clinical results were good in 1 patient, fair in 5, and poor in 1. CONCLUSIONS Although follow-up radiography showed that the disease stage had progressed in 4 of 7 patients, wrist pain alleviation, retention of ROM, and improvement of grip strength were obtained. The CRWO may be an option for reducing wrist pain and retaining ROM of the wrist owing to Preiser disease. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic V.
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- Yuji Tomori
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan
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Bae JH, Hwang SJ, Moon I. Evaluation and Verification of A Novel Wrist Rehabilitation Robot employing Safety-related Mechanism. IEEE Int Conf Rehabil Robot 2019; 2019:288-293. [PMID: 31374644 DOI: 10.1109/icorr.2019.8779511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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In this paper, we propose a wrist rehabilitation robot employing a novel actuation mechanism composed of electromagnetic clutch, brake, and motor and a safe-related mechanism. The actuation mechanism of the robot can perform both passive and active rehabilitation by the same mechanism. A torque sensor is also coupled to the actuation mechanism so as to measure the wrist joint moment in real-time. User can align his/her wrist joint to the center of rotation with the indication device. Moreover EMG is measured in real-time to evaluate effectiveness of active rehabilitation and to detect an emergency situation such as muscle spasm while doing active rehabilitation. In experiments, the effectiveness of active rehabilitation is evaluated and verified by 3D motion capture data and EMG data measured in real-time. The feasibility of the indication device is evaluated in the wrist joint alignment by verifying X-ray image of wrist and robot. Finally, we performed a usability test with five experts working in medical field, and the test result showed that the proposed robot can be applied to wrist rehabilitation.
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Vojinovic TJ, Linley E, Zivanovic A, Rui Loureiro CV. Effects of Focal Vibration and Robotic Assistive Therapy on Upper Limb Spasticity in incomplete Spinal Cord Injury. IEEE Int Conf Rehabil Robot 2019; 2019:542-547. [PMID: 31374686 DOI: 10.1109/icorr.2019.8779566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Vibration stimulation seems to be an affordable easy-to-use rehabilitation tool. Focal muscle vibration (FV) has potential to reduce spasticity and enhance muscle strength and performance. Combined with robotic assisted movement therapy, the rehabilitation can benefit from improvement of more than one aspect. For example, FV could firstly decrease abnormally increased muscle tone and joint rigidity by tackling volitional control for easier robotic movement exercise. Exactly this approach is evaluated within a clinical trial presented in this paper. FV were applied to relaxed spastic wrist flexor and extensor muscles for 15min. Subsequently, the wrist was engaged in a robotic-assisted game-playing. Results from two cases who completed the trial showed short-term decrease in wrist stiffness as assessed by clinical spasticity measurement Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS). Active range of motion (AROM) and engineering joint stiffness (JS) measurements were estimated using a robotic apparatus and the results complemented previous observations. The AROM increased and JS decreased for both cases when compared at the beginning and at the end of each interventional session. These results are a part of an ongoing clinical trial but show promise for reducing repercussions of spasticity in incomplete spinal cord injury.
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Park D, Chang JS, Cheng HJ, Ashsiddique M, Hauk BMO, Yu H. Development and Evaluation of a Novel Passive Wrist Bilateral Rehabilitation Device paired with Virtual Reality: A Feasibility Study. IEEE Int Conf Rehabil Robot 2019; 2019:282-287. [PMID: 31374643 DOI: 10.1109/icorr.2019.8779548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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This paper introduces a novel passive wrist bilateral rehabilitation device coupled with a new Virtual Reality (VR) platform. This is the first work to have adapted three-link coaxial spherical parallel manipulator (SPM) to wrist rehabilitation. The device comprises a coaxial SPM and cross-connected cable system. The coaxial SPM facilitates 3 degrees of freedom (DOFs) spherical wrist orientation and singularity-free motion within its workspace. The cross-connected cable system enables bilateral symmetrical exercises in passive mode training. A VR platform with activities of daily living (ADL) task was developed and coupled with the device to increase the adherence of the users to the device. Experiments were conducted with fifteen healthy right-handed individuals with no history of wrist or hand injury to evaluate the feasibility of the system for providing passive bilateral training as well as the effectiveness of the VR platform. Subjects were asked to use their right arms to move the left arms passively through the device to perform four wrist movements, flexion, extension, radial deviation, and ulnar deviation. EMG activations on the left arm were observed when the right arm passively moved the left arm. The results showed that the device was capable of inducing the muscle activation of the left arm and the VR platform increased the motivation to continue the exercises. This demonstrates that this study can serve as the fundamental for larger clinical trials.
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Griffart A, Gauthier E, Vaiss L, Williams T, Mallard F, Le Nen D. Functional and socioprofessional outcome of surgery for Volkmann's contracture. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2019; 105:423-427. [PMID: 30470521 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2018.08.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2017] [Revised: 07/19/2018] [Accepted: 08/21/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Volkmann's ischemic contracture is rare and surgical treatment remains a challenge. The goal of treatment is to obtain permanent recovery of joint range of motion and strength. The goal of this study was to evaluate the functional and socioprofessional outcome of surgical treatment of Volkmann's ischemic contracture. METHODS This retrospective study was performed in two centers with one surgeon. Seven patients were included; mean age 23.6 years old. The Quick-Dash score, Patient Rated Wrist Questionnaire (PRWE) scores were obtained. Grip strength was compared to the contralateral side. Satisfaction was evaluated by the question: would you have surgery again? The surgical technique included 7 muscle slide procedures. RESULTS Wrist and finger range of motion was good at least 6.1years in all cases according to the system by Buck-Gramcko. Grip strength on the operated side was 72.3% of the contralateral side. The mean PRWE was 14.64/100, mean QUICK-DASH score was 7.9/100. Patients returned to their professional activities in all cases. Patients who were questioned were all satisfied with surgery. CONCLUSIONS Once the contracture is established in Volkmann's contracture Page-Scaglieti-Gosset muscle slide procedure can be used with good results allowing a return to socioprofessional activities. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV, retrospective study.
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- Aude Griffart
- Service orthopédie et traumatologie, boulevard Tanguy Prigent, 29609 Brest, France.
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- Service orthopédie et traumatologie, boulevard Tanguy Prigent, 29609 Brest, France
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- Service orthopédie et traumatologie, boulevard Tanguy Prigent, 29609 Brest, France
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- Service orthopédie et traumatologie, boulevard Tanguy Prigent, 29609 Brest, France
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- Service orthopédie et traumatologie, boulevard Tanguy Prigent, 29609 Brest, France
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- Service orthopédie et traumatologie, boulevard Tanguy Prigent, 29609 Brest, France
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Öke Topcu D, İkbali Afşar S. Reliability, validity, and cross-cultural adaptation study of the Turkish version of the Patient-Rated Wrist/Hand Evaluation questionnaire. Turk J Med Sci 2019; 49:574-582. [PMID: 30997792 PMCID: PMC7018336 DOI: 10.3906/sag-1806-37] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Background/aim The aim of this study was to cross-culturally adapt the Turkish version of the Patient-Rated Wrist/Hand Evaluation (T-PRWHE) questionnaire for use in the Turkish patient population. Moreover, we aimed to evaluate the reliability and validity of the T-PRWHE questionnaire. Materials and methods A total of 166 patients with hand and wrist problems were included in the study. They completed the T-PRWHE, the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire, and the 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36) at baseline and at the 3rd month of the study. Reliability was evaluated by analyzing internal consistency (Cronbach alpha coefficient) and test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient). To analyze validity, factor analysis of the T-PRWHE and correlation coefficients between the T-PRWHE, DASH, and SF-36 were obtained. Results Reliability of the T-PRWHE in terms of internal consistency (Cronbach alpha coefficients for T-PRWHE were found to be 0.85) was excellent. Intraclass correlation coefficients were over 0.90. The T-PRWHE has three factors and the correlations between the T-PRWHE and DASH and SF-36 were statistically significant. Conclusion Based on the results obtained, the Turkish version of the PRWHE questionnaire was found to be a valid and reliable scale and it is recommended for the evaluation of patient-based pain and disability level in routine clinical practice.
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Tay SC, Leow MQH, Tan ES. Use of dorsal buttress plate fixation for ulnar carpometacarpal joint fracture dislocations for early mobilization: outcomes of 11 cases. Musculoskelet Surg 2019; 103:77-82. [PMID: 30350308 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-018-0571-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2017] [Accepted: 10/06/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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AIM This study reviews the surgical outcomes of using dorsal buttress plate for open reduction and internal fixation of ulnar (5th, or 4th and 5th) CMCJ fracture subluxation or dislocations. METHODS A retrospective review of 11 patients at our center who underwent operative fixation with dorsal buttress plating technique was performed. The surgery was performed between February 2012 and March 2017. Outcome measurements include radiographic evaluation of time to union, grip strength, and range of motion of the wrist. RESULTS Of 11 patients in our case series, eight had injuries involving both 4th and 5th CMCJs, while three had isolated involvement of 5th CMCJ. Mean time to union on radiographs was 48 days (IQR 17.0; range 30-88). The median palmar flexion and dorsiflexion of the wrist were 56° (IQR 11.3; range 50°-80°) and 65° (IQR 10.0; range 60°-80°) respectively. Patients regained a median of 79% of grip strength (IQR: 36.0, range 43-100). All fingers achieved full range of motion, and no patient had scissoring of the fingers. Two patients had temporary mild numbness over the dorsoulnar aspect of the hand in the region of the 4th webspace. Five patients underwent removal of implants due to plate breakage (n = 2), or mild pain or pain with cold (n = 3). All patients were well after plate removal, and all the patients with pain had resolution of pain after implant removal. CONCLUSION The dorsal buttress plate is a viable option for fixation of ulnar CMCJ fracture dislocations to allow early mobilization.
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- S C Tay
- Department of Hand Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, The Academia, 20 College Road, Singapore, 169856, Singapore.
- Biomechanics Laboratory, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
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- Biomechanics Laboratory, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, The Academia, 20 College Road, Singapore, 169856, Singapore
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Guss MS, Rettig ME. The Essex-Lopresti Injury. Bull Hosp Jt Dis (2013) 2019; 77:33-38. [PMID: 30865862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The Essex-Lopresti injury is caused by a high energy mechanism and consists of a characteristic triad: a comminuted radial head fracture, disruption of the distal radioulnar joint, and tearing of the interosseous membrane. These injuries are often difficult to diagnosis on initial evaluation, and the majority are missed acutely. Chronic Essex-Lopresti injuries lead to radioulnar longitudinal instability, proximal radius migration, ulnocarpal impaction, and chronic elbow pain. These injuries present a challenging problem for the treating surgeon.
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BACKGROUND The wrist, especially its dorsal surface, is the most common location of ganglion cysts in the human body. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to present our experience in the treatment of wrist ganglions and to evaluate the results obtained with the operative management of this type of lesion. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 394 patients (289 females and 105 males, aged 10-83 years) treated operatively for wrist ganglions between 2000 and 2014 were included in the study. The results of surgical treatment were evaluated after a minimal 2-year-long follow-up in 69.4% of patients operated on for dorsal wrist ganglions and in 70.6% of patients after the excision of volar wrist ganglions. The shape and size of postoperative scar, range of motion of the wrist, grip strength, severity of pain, and presence/absence of ganglion recurrence were assessed. The influence of demographic factors on the risk of recurrence was statistically analyzed. RESULTS Persistent limitation of wrist palmar flexion was observed in 6 patients after the removal of dorsal wrist ganglions. There were no cases of postoperative grip strength weakening. An unesthetic scar developed in 15 patients after the excision of dorsal wrist ganglions and in 6 patients after the removal of volar wrist ganglions. Postoperative pain was observed in 7 patients with ganglion recurrence and in 17 patients without recurrence. Ganglion cysts recurred in 12.1% of patients treated for dorsal wrist ganglions and in 10.4% of patients operated on for volar wrist ganglions. No influence of patient gender, age, body side, or cyst location on ganglion recurrence was detected. CONCLUSIONS Operative treatment is a widely recognized method of management of wrist ganglions. The rate of resulting persistent complications is low. Recurrence of ganglion cysts is unpredictable and independent of patient demographic factors. It can be observed even in cases, in which a perfect surgical technique has been used.
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- Sebastian Kuliński
- Clinic of Traumatology and Hand Surgery, Department of Traumatology, Wroclaw Medical University, Poland
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- Clinic of Traumatology and Hand Surgery, Department of Traumatology, Wroclaw Medical University, Poland
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- Division of Organization and Management, Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, Poland
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- Clinic of Traumatology and Hand Surgery, Department of Traumatology, Wroclaw Medical University, Poland
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- Clinic of Traumatology and Hand Surgery, Department of Traumatology, Wroclaw Medical University, Poland
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Karakaplan M, Ertem K, Canbay A, Aslantürk O, Yoloğlu S. One portal endoscopic release of the first extensor compartment in de Quervain's disease. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc 2019; 53:40-44. [PMID: 30409393 PMCID: PMC6424652 DOI: 10.1016/j.aott.2018.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2017] [Revised: 07/17/2018] [Accepted: 10/08/2018] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Objectives We aimed to present preliminary result of one portal endoscopic assisted release of first dorsal compartment at wrist in a case series with de Quervain disease as a minimal invasive surgical method. Materials and methods The patients, who underwent an endoscopic-assisted release of the first extensor compartment for de Quervain's disease by same hand surgeon between 2015 and 2017, were retrospectively analyzed. Operative treatment was considered if the patients did not respond to non-operative treatment including oral anti-inflammatory medications, splinting, and steroid injection. Surgical release was recommended after minimum four months of unsuccesful non-operative treatment, including a steroid injection. 10 wrists were treated with one portal endoscopic assisted release. All patients were evaluated at an average of 16.1 months follow-up using visual analog scale (VAS) pain ratings and the Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score. Results The mean operating time was 13.9 min (range, 10–21min). The mean VAS and DASH scores were improved from 8.2 to 1.9 and 70.51 to 2.81 respectively. No significant difference was found between operated and non-operated arms in postoperative pinch and strengths. Transient superficial radial nerve paresthesia (two wrists) and significant scar tenderness (one) were identified in three cases. There was no patient that complain of unsightly scar and tendon subluxation. Conclusions One portal endoscopic assisted release of the extensor compartment is an effective and safe minimal invasive procedure with similar complication rates reported previously in open and endoscopic procedures in patients with de Quervain's disease who are unresponsive to non-operative treatments. Level of Evidence Level IV Therapeutic Study
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- Mustafa Karakaplan
- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department, Turgut Özal Medical Center, İnönü University Medical School, Malatya, Turkey.
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department, Turgut Özal Medical Center, İnönü University Medical School, Malatya, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department, Turgut Özal Medical Center, İnönü University Medical School, Malatya, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department, Malatya Education and Research Hospital, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Statistics, Turgut Özal Medical Center, İnönü University Medical School, Malatya, Turkey
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Huang YC, Chen CY, Lin KC, Yang SW, Tarng YW, Chang WN. Comparison of Wide-Awake Local Anesthesia No Tourniquet With General Anesthesia With Tourniquet for Volar Plating of Distal Radius Fracture. Orthopedics 2019; 42:e93-e98. [PMID: 30540881 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20181206-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2018] [Accepted: 07/18/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Wide-awake local anesthesia no tourniquet (WALANT) is used for various hand surgeries, but there are no reports of its use for distal radius fractures. The authors compared perioperative variables and clinical outcomes for volar plating for distal radius fractures with WALANT vs general anesthesia with tourniquet. This retrospective study included 47 patients who presented with distal radius fractures between January 2015 and February 2017. Twenty-one underwent surgical volar plating with WALANT, and 26 underwent surgical volar plating with general anesthesia with tourniquet. Patients were followed for 12 months. The 2 groups were compared regarding perioperative parameters and clinical outcomes, including perioperative field pain evaluated by visual analog scale score on postoperative day 1, range of motion 12 months postoperatively, and Mayo wrist score. The WALANT group had a lower mean visual analog scale score and a shorter mean hospitalization (both P<.001), but greater mean blood loss (P<.001). No significant differences were found regarding operative time (P=.214) or time to union (P=.180). At 12-month follow-up, no significant differences were found regarding wrist extension (P=.721), wrist flexion (P=.119), or Mayo wrist score (P=.223). Although both techniques permitted volar plating for distal radius fractures, WALANT allowed immediate intervention and led to less postoperative pain and shorter hospitalization. Although control of blood loss was worse with WALANT, blood loss was limited to a mean of 22.62 mL and did not interfere with the surgical field. [Orthopedics. 2019; 42(1):e93-e98.].
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Kaufman-Cohen Y, Portnoy S, Sopher R, Mashiach L, Baruch-Halaf L, Ratzon NZ. The correlation between upper extremity musculoskeletal symptoms and joint kinematics, playing habits and hand span during playing among piano students. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0208788. [PMID: 30566535 PMCID: PMC6300245 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0208788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2018] [Accepted: 11/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Objective We aimed to investigate the correlations between Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Symptoms (MSD) and joint kinematics while playing the piano, as well as correlations between MSD and psychosocial, professional and personal habits, and bio-demographic risk factors of piano students. Method This cross-sectional study included 15 piano students. The research tools included 3D motion capture, anthropometric measurements, and questionnaires for obtaining data about MSD, psychological, and personal factors. Results The piano students recruited for this study experienced a variety of MSD during the past 12 months, with a particularly high prevalence of neck pain (80%). Extreme wrist extension and/or elbow flexion while playing the piano also correlated with MSD. Additionally, this study identified correlations between MSD and hand span (r = -.69, p≤.004) and number of playing hours per week (r = .58, p≤.024). Conclusions Anthropometric factors and playing patterns should be considered together with well-known MSD risk factors, like extreme and repetitive movements. However, considering each joint singularly might not be sufficient to prevent the development of MSD when instructing the piano player; accordingly, joint synchronization should also be considered.
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- Yael Kaufman-Cohen
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Engineering, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Roh YH, Yun YH, Kim DJ, Nam M, Gong HS, Baek GH. Prognostic factors for the outcome of arthroscopic capsular repair of peripheral triangular fibrocartilage complex tears. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2018; 138:1741-1746. [PMID: 29974215 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-018-2995-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Little information is available about prognostic factors of arthroscopic capsular repair for peripheral triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) lesions. The purpose of this study was to analyze factors that affect the treatment outcomes of arthroscopic capsular repair for peripheral TFCC tears. METHODS This study retrospectively enrolled 60 patients who were treated with arthroscopic outside-in capsular repair for peripheral TFCC tears. Functional survey, including pain numeric rating scale (NRS) on an ulnar provocation test, distal radio-ulnar joint (DRUJ) stress test, Disability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) score, and satisfaction with treatment, was conducted at 12-month follow-up. Patients who were enthusiastic or satisfied comprised the satisfied group, and those who were noncommittal or disappointed the dissatisfied group. Demographic, clinical, and arthroscopic findings were compared between the satisfied and dissatisfied groups. RESULTS The mean pain NRS and DASH scores exhibited significant clinical improvement at the 12-month follow-up. Out of the total participants, 46 were satisfied and 14 were dissatisfied about the treatment, with significantly more female subjects in the dissatisfied group than in the satisfied one. The patients in the satisfied group had a shorter duration of symptoms, were more likely to have trauma history, and exhibited positive DRUJ stress test results compared to the dissatisfied group. There were no significant group differences in age, hand dominance, work level, and the extent of ulnar plus variance. Multivariable analysis revealed that female gender, a longer duration of symptoms, or negative DRUJ stress test results were associated with an increased disability after arthroscopic TFCC repair. CONCLUSION Female gender, a longer duration of symptom, and a negative DRUJ stress test are associated with a higher likelihood of treatment failure after arthroscopic outside-in capsular repair of peripheral TFCC tears.
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- Young Hak Roh
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Medical Center, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, 1071 Anyangcheon-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, 07985, South Korea.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Medical Center, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Medical Center, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Medical Center, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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Kuliński S, Gutkowska O, Urban M, Gosk J. Volar retinacular ganglions (flexor tendon sheath ganglions) The results of surgical treatment. Acta Orthop Belg 2018; 84:526-530. [PMID: 30879459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Volar retinacular ganglions are the third most common group of all ganglions located in the hand and wrist region. The purpose of this work is to present our experience in management and the results of operative treatment of volar retinacular ganglions. One-hundred-and-seven patients were operated-on for volar retinacular ganglions between 2000 and 2014. One-hundred-and-eight ganglions were resected. Complications which were observed in five patients postoperatively (digital nerve irritation, restricted range of motion of digital joints) resolved within several weeks. At final follow-up, no ganglion recurrence, impairment of finger mobility, innervation or blood supply were observed in any of the patients.
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Yao Y, Grandy E, Evans PJ, Seitz WH, Li ZM. Enhancement in median nerve mobility during radioulnar wrist compression in carpal tunnel syndrome patients. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2018; 60:83-88. [PMID: 30336369 PMCID: PMC6252106 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2018.10.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2018] [Revised: 09/10/2018] [Accepted: 10/11/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Carpal tunnel syndrome is a compression neuropathy at the wrist associated with compromised median nerve mobility. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of radioulnar wrist compression on median nerve longitudinal mobility within the carpal tunnel in carpal tunnel syndrome patients as well as healthy subjects. METHODS Dynamic ultrasound images captured longitudinal median nerve motion in the carpal tunnel during radioulnar wrist compression force application in 11 healthy subjects and 11 carpal tunnel syndrome patients. FINDINGS We found that median nerve mobility was not significantly affected by radioulnar wrist compression in healthy subjects (P = 0.34), but improved by 10 N radioulnar wrist compression in carpal tunnel syndrome patients (P < 0.05). Analysis of segmental median nerve mobility in carpal tunnel syndrome patients showed significantly improved mobility in the proximal tunnel section under 10 N radioulnar wrist compression force condition compared to the no compression condition (P < 0.05). INTERPRETATION Moderate radioulnar wrist compression force application helps restore impaired median nerve mobility and may be effective in improve nerve function and symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome.
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- Yifei Yao
- Hand Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Hand Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Hand Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA; Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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Noback PC, Seetharaman M, Danoff JR, Birman M, Rosenwasser MP. Arthroscopic Wrist Debridement and Radial Styloidectomy for Advanced Scapholunate Advanced Collapse Wrist: Long-term Follow-up. Hand (N Y) 2018; 13:659-665. [PMID: 28825326 PMCID: PMC6300173 DOI: 10.1177/1558944717725383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Symptomatic stage 2 or 3 scapholunate advanced collapse (SLAC) wrist is aggressively treated with salvage procedures, such as proximal row carpectomy or partial wrist fusion with resultant pain relief but limited motion. We hypothesize that arthroscopic synovectomy, radial styloidectomy, and neurectomy will preserve wrist motion, relieve pain, and delay or avoid salvage procedures. METHODS We evaluated outcomes in 13 wrists through questionnaires and 11 of these through additional physical examination at a mean follow-up of 5.0 years. Eight wrists were stage 2 and 5 were stage 3. Data at final follow-up included mobility/strength measurements, subjective outcome scores (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand [DASH] and visual analog scale [VAS] pain), patient satisfaction, and return to work statistics. RESULTS Patients had an average flexion-extension arc of 88.0° in the treated wrist and an average grip strength that was 95.0% of the contralateral side. No patients required revision surgery at follow-up. The 13 wrists reported an average DASH score of 16.4 and mean VAS pain score at rest and with activity of 17.9 and 31.6, respectively. All patients working prior to the procedure (n = 8) were able to immediately return to work. In all, 84.6% of patients were satisfied. CONCLUSIONS The procedure studied may have advantages in relieving pain, while preserving wrist motion for SLAC stage 2 or 3 disease. This procedure does not preclude future salvage procedures in those patients with severe disease who prefer to maintain wrist motion for the short term. Patients experience good functional outcomes with the majority experiencing a reduction in pain with the ability to return to work.
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Upper extremity spasticity may result from a variety of types of brain injury, including cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic brain injury. These conditions lead to a predictable pattern of forearm and wrist deformities caused by opposing spasticity and flaccid paralysis. Upper extremity spasticity affects all ages and sociodemographics and is a complex clinical problem with a variety of treatment options depending on the patient, the underlying disease process, and postoperative expectations. This article discusses the cause, diagnosis, operative planning, operative techniques, postoperative outcomes, and rehabilitation protocols for the spastic wrist and forearm.
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- Stephen P Duquette
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 545 Barnhill Drive, Emerson Hall 232, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 545 Barnhill Drive, Emerson Hall 232, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA.
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Savvidou OD, Zampeli F, Georgopoulos G, Dimopoulos L, Antoniadou T, Papanastassiou I, Papagelopoulos PJ. Total Scapulectomy and Shoulder Reconstruction Using a Scapular Prosthesis and Constrained Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty. Orthopedics 2018; 41:e888-e893. [PMID: 30371919 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20181023-05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Malignant tumors of the scapula are rare, and limb salvage surgery after tumor resection is challenging. The authors present a series of 6 patients who were treated by total scapulectomy and reconstruction with a custom-made scapular prosthesis and a constrained reverse shoulder arthroplasty. Postoperative oncologic and functional outcomes were assessed. The mean follow-up was 37 months (range, 9-84 months). Clear surgical margins were achieved in all patients. At the last follow-up, 4 patients showed no evidence of disease and 2 had died of systemic metastatic disease. Although shoulder function was limited, all shoulders were painless and stable and the patients retained satisfactory hand, wrist, and elbow function. [Orthopedics. 2018; 41(6):e888-e893.].
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Niemantsverdriet E, van der Helm-van Mil AHM. Imaging detected tenosynovitis of metacarpophalangeal and wrist joints: an increasingly recognised characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis. Clin Exp Rheumatol 2018; 36 Suppl 114:131-138. [PMID: 30296973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2018] [Accepted: 09/03/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Tenosynovitis is traditionally recognised at physical examination in patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases, such as, e.g. psoriatic arthritis and (longstanding) rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The increasing use of sensitive imaging techniques (ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)) has recently revealed that subclinical tenosynovitis is prevalent in early RA and in patients in different phases of RA development (asymptomatic state, arthralgia, early arthritis). In this review, the recent findings on MRI-detected tenosynovitis and associations with RA development are highlighted, and an overview of the most reported inflamed tendon locations within the hand and wrist of patients in different disease phases is provided. The data presented show that tenosynovitis is one of the earliest inflammatory features in patients with imminent RA and associated with impairment of activities in daily life. The value of tenosynovitis as an outcome measure in RA is also discussed.
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- Department of Rheumatology, Leiden University Medical Center; and Department of Rheumatology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Lee YK, Lee M. Anomalous course and stenosing tenosynovitis of the extensor pollicis longus tendon at the radial styloid process: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018; 97:e12128. [PMID: 30212939 PMCID: PMC6156004 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000012128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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RATIONALE Anomalous course and tenosynovitis of extensor pollicis longus (EPL) tendon is a rare condition that presents clinical symptoms very similar to de Quervain's disease. Herein we report a case of anomalous course and tenosynovitis of the extensor pollicis longus (EPL) tendon associated with symptoms of de Quervain's disease. PATIENT CONCERNS A 44-year-old right-handed man visited the clinic because of radial pain associated with the left wrist, which was aggravated during the previous 10 days. The patient tested positive on the Finkelstein's test and displayed a limited range of motion of the left wrist. Motion of the thumb and wrist aggravated pain. DIAGNOSES Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the left wrist suggested mild tenosynovitis at the third extensor compartment and intersection syndrome. However, clinical symptoms failed to match the MRI findings. INTERVENTIONS A zig-zag skin incision on the radial styloid process was made. The operative findings revealed stenosing tenosynovitis with partial tearing. Retraction of the tendon extended the thumb interphalangeal joint, suggesting that the tendon was the EPL tendon rather than EPB tendon. After operation, we reviewed the MRI of the patient, which revealed that the oblique course of the EPL tendon originated from the ulnar side of the forearm to the radial styloid at the radial and proximal site of Lister's tubercle. No EPB tendon was present. OUTCOMES At 12 months of follow-up, the patient's radial styloid process was completely asymptomatic and resumed full daily activities. LESSONS Anomalous course of the EPL tendon is rarely reported associated with similar symptoms of de Quervain's disease. However, the knowledge and understanding of this potential anomaly in the course of EPL tendon is very important for the treatment of de Quervain's disease to decrease patient dissatisfaction after surgery.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Chonbuk National University—Biomedical Research Institute of Chonbuk National University Hospital
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- The Research Center for Advanced Image and Information Technology, School of Electronics & Information Engineering, Chonbuk National University, Jeonju, Chonbuk, Republic of Korea
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OBJECTIVE This paper reports on the quantification of passive wrist joint stiffness and investigates the potential influence of handedness and gender on stiffness estimates. METHODS We evaluated the torque-angle relationship during passive wrist movements in 2 degrees of freedom (into flexion-extension and radial-ulnar deviation) in 13 healthy subjects using a wrist robot. Experimental results determined intrasubject differences between dominant and nondominant wrist and intersubject differences between male and female participants. RESULTS We found differences in the magnitude of passive stiffness of left- and right-hand dominant males and right-hand dominant females suggesting that the dominant hand tends to be stiffer than the nondominant hand. Left-hand stiffness magnitude was found to be 37% higher than the right-hand stiffness magnitude in the left-handed male group and the right-hand stiffness magnitude was 11% and 40% higher in the right-handed male and female groups, respectively. Other joint stiffness features such as the orientation and the anisotropy of wrist stiffness followed the expected pattern from previous studies. CONCLUSION The observed difference in wrist stiffness between the dominant and nondominant limb is likely due to biomechanical adaptations to repetitive asymmetric activities (such as squash, tennis, basketball, or activities of daily living such as writing, teeth brushing, etc.). SIGNIFICANCE Understanding and quantifying handedness influence on stiffness may have critical implication for the optimization of surgical and rehabilitative interventions.
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PURPOSE To present a new arthroscopic method for treating supination losses. METHODS Six patients (15-71 y) were eligible for this study. All had a history of trauma to the wrist more than 6 months previously. Five of them had sustained a distal radius fracture: 3 had been treated with a volar plate (1 of them for an extra-articular malunion), 1 with an external fixator and K-wires, and 1 had been treated in a cast. One of these patients underwent a further operation for correcting an intra-articular malunion. The last patient underwent an open reduction of a transscaphoid perilunate dislocation. During a standard radiocarpal arthroscopy, a curved periosteal elevator was inserted through the 6R portal into the volar-radial corner of the triangular fibrocartilage complex and advanced proximally gliding on the anterior ulnar head surface. The volar capsule was then distended with the periosteal elevator and by means of gentle sweeping motion adherences between them, the volar capsule and the ulnar head were freed. Finally, the arthroscopic release was combined with a gentle passive supination force applied by the surgeon. Full supination was maintained in an orthosis for 2 to 3 days. Afterward, regular physical therapy was instituted. Concomitant surgery, arthroscopic or open, was performed in all to treat associated conditions. RESULTS Full supination (90°) was achieved in all intraoperatively. At a mean follow-up of 3.3 years, mean supination was 76° in the latest follow-up (range, 50° to 90°). Mean improvement in supination was 80° (range, 50° to 100°). No distal radioulnar instability or other complications were noted. CONCLUSIONS The method presented proved effective in severe forms of supination deficits. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic V.
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