Overhead Athlete – Physical Examination of the Overhead Throwing Athlete: What You Need to Know to Become an Expert through Clinical and Physical Exam Pearls-Overhead Athlete – Physical Examination of the Overhead Throwing Athlete: What You Need to Know to Become an Expert through Clinical and Physical Exam Pearls

Overhead Athlete – Physical Examination of the Overhead Throwing Athlete: What You Need to Know to Become an Expert through Clinical and Physical Exam Pearls

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Dr. Ken Mountinger gives a presentation on the use of ultrasound in assessing elbow and forearm injuries in overhead athletes. He explains how ultrasound can help evaluate medial elbow injuries, such as tendon problems and partial tears of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). He demonstrates the scanning process and shows videos that illustrate how ultrasound can detect UCL tears. Dr. Mountinger also describes how ultrasound can assess the ulnar nerve and identify issues in the cubital tunnel. He emphasizes the dynamic views and joint stress that ultrasound provides during examinations. Additionally, he mentions the usefulness of ultrasound in evaluating associated pathologies like post-medial elbow impingement and osteochondritis dissecans of the capitulum. Dr. Mountinger highlights the accuracy and diagnostic value of ultrasound in assessing elbow and forearm injuries in overhead athletes.<br /><br />In the video, a panel of experts discusses various subjects related to sports medicine, with a focus on assessing and treating injuries in overhead athletes. They stress the importance of evaluating the entire kinetic chain – from the foot and ankle to the shoulder and elbow – when diagnosing and treating injuries. The panel advocates for a comprehensive rehabilitation approach involving range of motion exercises, strength training, and balance exercises. They discuss the role of dynamic and static stretching before and after activity, respectively. The panel addresses specific injuries in different sports, including UCL laxity in baseball pitchers and shoulder and elbow injuries in pickleball players. They also provide insights on managing overuse injuries in athletes, particularly considering the impact of COVID-19 restrictions. Gradual return to play and individual factors like range of motion, strength, and endurance are emphasized. Overall, the panel offers practical recommendations and valuable information for assessing and treating sports-related injuries in overhead athletes.

Keywords

ultrasound

elbow injuries

forearm injuries

overhead athletes

UCL tears

ulnar nerve

cubital tunnel

dynamic views

post-medial elbow impingement

osteochondritis dissecans

sports medicine

range of motion