7 Carpal Fractures and Dislocations
Kevin O’Malley, Jay L. Mottla, and Michael W. Kessler Abstract Carpal fractures and dislocations are rare injuries, with injury to the scaphoid comprising the majority. Evaluation of patients with suspected…
Kevin O’Malley, Jay L. Mottla, and Michael W. Kessler Abstract Carpal fractures and dislocations are rare injuries, with injury to the scaphoid comprising the majority. Evaluation of patients with suspected…
Laura Lewallen, Hannah C. Langdell, and Scott D. Lifchez Abstract This chapter describes the symptoms, clinical and radiographic findings, as well as treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory…
Cory Lebowitz and Jonas L. Matzon Abstract The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) and distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) are complex structures. This chapter provides details on the anatomy and function of…
Eric Schafer, Benjamin K. Gundlach, and Jeffrey N. Lawton Abstract Fractures of the distal forearm are among the most common injuries treated by orthopaedic surgeons and hand surgeons. This chapter…
Molly Vora and Laura Lewallen Abstract This chapter provides an overview of the pertinent musculoskeletal anatomy of the hand and wrist. Radiographic landmarks and descriptions of various views are provided….
Richard Samade and Hisham Awan Abstract This chapter will provide the reader a concise overview of various traumatic injuries that are commonly encountered in the hand. The osseous structures of…
Laura M. Fayad and Jonathan Samet Abstract This chapter will explain when and why certain radiologic tests should be ordered for orthopaedic conditions of the wrist. Examples of multiple common…
Anthony F. Colon, Michael S. Shear, and Aviram M. Giladi Abstract The evaluation of neurologic or neuromuscular disorders through the application of electrophysiologic techniques, such as electromyography and nerve conduction…
Carson F. Woodbury and Laura Lewallen Abstract Careful physical examination combined with a targeted history is the essential first step in the practice of hand surgery. This chapter describes key…
Jessica B. Hawken and Aviram M. Giladi Abstract Anatomic considerations are a critical aspect of preoperative planning for all surgical procedures; however, nowhere is it more important than in the…