title: Radial growth plate injury in a female gymnast.
abstract: Radial growth plate injury is a cause of wrist pain in female gymnasts. The mechanism of injury and its relationship to dowel grips, now standard gymnastic equipment, are considered. An athlete's response to a treatment approach emphasizing moderation and protection is described.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905.
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Ruggles
authors.forename: H A
authors.initials: HA
authors.lastname: Peterson
authors.forename: S G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Scott
mesh_terms: D002370:Casts, Surgical; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006132:Growth Plate / Q000254:growth & development; D006173:Gymnastics / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D000072042:Salter-Harris Fractures; D014954:Wrist Injuries / Q000628:therapy*