Hand-Ligament Reconstruction
Hand arthroscopy is a specialized medical procedure that focuses on the examination and treatment of conditions affecting the small joints of the hand. The hand is a complex structure consisting of bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissues, allowing for intricate and precise movements. Hand arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique that utilizes a small camera called an arthroscope to visualize the internal structures of the hand joints and address various hand-related issues.
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UCL Repair & Reconstruction
UCL Repair & Reconstruction
Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) repair and reconstruction are surgical procedures intended to address injuries or tears to the UCL, a critical ligament on the inner side of the thumb that stabilizes the joint, especially during activities like throwing. These procedures aim to restore thumb stability, alleviate pain, and enable individuals to return to athletic activities.
Benefits:
Thumb Stability Restoration: UCL repair and reconstruction are performed to restore stability to the inner side of the MCP joint, crucial for activities that involve repetitive throwing motions.
Alleviation of Pain: Addressing the injured UCL often results in pain relief associated with the damaged ligament, particularly during throwing or other stress-inducing movements.
Return to Throwing Activities: These procedures are common among athletes, especially baseball pitchers, allowing them to return to their sports with restored thumb stability and functionality.
Facilitation of Natural Healing: UCL repair involves stitching the torn ligament ends back together, promoting natural healing and preserving the ligament’s integrity.
In summary, UCL repair and reconstruction are surgical interventions designed to address injuries to the UCL, commonly seen in athletes engaged in overhead throwing sports. These procedures offer benefits such as restored thumb stability, pain alleviation, and the ability to return to athletic activities with improved joint function.
