Extensor carpi ulnaris injuries in tennis players: a study of 28 cases.
Pain on the ulnar side of the wrist is common among elite tennis players. Ten years of experience has allowed identification of a pathology involving the extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendon. On the basis of 28 clinical cases seen over the last five years, three clinical patterns are described: (a) acute instability of the ECU; (b) tendinopathy; (c) ECU rupture. Each of these clinical entities requires a different therapeutic approach. A review of the relevant anatomy is provided.
Montalvan
B
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Sports Medicine, French Tennis Federation, 2 avenue Gordon Bennett, Paris 75016, France. bernard.montalvan2@libertysurf.fr
Parier
J
J
Brasseur
J L
JL
Le Viet
D
D
Drape
J L
JL
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D008297:Male; D052256:Tendinopathy / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D013715:Tennis / Q000293:injuries*; D014457:Ulna / Q000293:injuries; D014954:Wrist Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*