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European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
Published in: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 6/2012

01-12-2012 | Review Article

Therapeutic options for acute and chronic elbow instability

Authors: F. Dehlinger, S. Franke, B. Hollinger

Published in: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery | Issue 6/2012

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Abstract

Introduction

Acute elbow instability usually develops after injuries involving the bony or ligamentous stabilizers of the joint. It occurs frequently after dislocation and/or fracture-dislocation, but isolated valgus or varus overloading can also lead to ligament ruptures with subsequent instability. Chronic instability can result from incompletely healed acute injuries or from recurring microtrauma, for example after repetitive strain from participating in certain sports.

Conclusion

Stable conditions of the joint are essential for early functional post-traumatic or postoperative treatment of the elbow, as permanent mobility deficits may result otherwise. The following article gives an overview of the current understanding of these injuries and concepts in treatment.
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Metadata
Title
Therapeutic options for acute and chronic elbow instability
Authors
F. Dehlinger
S. Franke
B. Hollinger
Publication date
01-12-2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery / Issue 6/2012
Print ISSN: 1863-9933
Electronic ISSN: 1863-9941
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00068-012-0205-y

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