ICL 205: Elbow Arthritis in the Young Athlete-Introduction

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Video Summary

The presentation addresses various elbow conditions in young athletes. Experts discuss pediatric elbow injuries, OCD lesions, olecranon stress fractures, and treatment for throwing athletes with ulnar collateral ligament issues and valgus extension overload. Arthroplasty options for arthritic elbows are also reviewed. Several cases are previewed, including a 15-year-old pitcher with elbow pain and arthrosis from past injuries, a golfer with lateral elbow swelling, a basketball player with instability and loose bodies, a gymnast with OCD lesions, and others with ligament or degenerative issues. The session aims to explore diagnostics, treatments, and expert panel insights.

Keywords

pediatric elbow injuries

OCD lesions

olecranon stress fractures

ulnar collateral ligament

valgus extension overload