Elbow Injuries and the Throwing Athlete
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Overhead throwing imparts substantial stress to the elbow and can cause unique injuries. Biomechanical and clinical studies have elucidated the causative factors in these injuries and have allowed prevention and treatment strategies to evolve. The diagnosis of an elbow condition is facilitated by specific examination maneuvers, and radiography is useful for confirming the diagnosis. Prevention strategies, such as the monitoring of pitch counts, have been developed to decrease the risk of injury in young athletes. Evolving surgical strategies have contributed to changes in techniques for treating certain conditions in the throwing athlete.
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تاریخ انتشار 2013