Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury

March 2018 | by EMauthor


•Hyperextension injury of the thumb

•Always check the integrity of the ulnar collateral ligament and compare to other side

•X-ray to exclude avulsion fracture

•If completely disrupted, refer to orthopaedics

•If not sure, place in modified Bennett’s POP and review in clinic





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