Akute und chronische Instabilitäten der Hand und des Handgelenkes

Instabilities of the wrist or fingers are important injuries in athletes. In the event of a fall or a hyperflexion trauma of the wrist, a radiographic examination is necessary. In addition, clinical evaluation and stress tests will further lead to a diagnosis. Nevertheless, frequently an MRI is necessary to reach a final diagnosis. The classification of carpal instabilities is depending on their biomechanics and radiographic findings. The therapy is based on the specific pathology and its various causes. Instabilities of the fingers are most frequently located at the thumb on behalf of a „skiers thumb”. In Independent of the extent of this instability, a conservative or surgical therapy is necessary.