The American journal of sports medicine
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Hand and wrist injuries in sports are some of the most common injuries reported. This review discusses common overuse injuries of the wrist including tendon injuries such as de Quervain's syndrome, subluxation of the extensor carpi ulnaris, and the common dorsal carpal impingement syndrome. ⋯ Included is a discussion and review of fractures of the phalanges and metacarpals, common proximal interphalangeal joint injuries, and thumb carpal metacarpal and metacarpophalangeal joint injuries. Emphasis is placed on more common injuries seen regarding diagnosis, indications for non-operative versus operative treatment, and time to return to athletic competition.
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Treatment of anterior cruciate ligament rupture in adolescents with open physes is controversial. ⋯ There was no evidence that intentionally delayed anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction increased the rate of additional knee injuries. Delayed reconstruction is a valid treatment option for adolescents with open physes at injury. Absolute activity restriction is key to decreasing the risk of additional knee injuries.
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To understand how tackling leads to injury in football, to develop a framework for classifying tackles, and to identify tackles with the greatest propensity to cause injury. ⋯ The laws of football relating to tackling should be reviewed to provide greater protection from injury by reducing the overall level of risk and, in particular, by protecting players from tackles with the highest propensity for causing injury.