Kinematics of Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair With Suture Tape Augmentation

Acute thumb ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears are common injuries of the thumb in athletes. Thumb UCL repair with suture tape augmentation is a novel procedure that may allow earlier return to play. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the biomechanical characteristics of the thumb after UCL repair with and without suture tape augmentation.

Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - November 10, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Nilay A. Patel, Charles C. Lin, Yasuo Itami, Michelle H. McGarry, Steven S. Shin, Thay Q. Lee Tags: Scientific Article Source Type: research