Biomechanics of Reconstruction Constructs

Melissa A. Wright; Anand M. Murthi

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-69567-5_20

Biomechanics of Reconstruction Constructs

Melissa A. Wright, Anand M. Murthi

Division of Shoulder & Elbow

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Abstract

Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries are common among competitive overhead-throwing athletes. Jobe described the first reconstruction of the UCL in 1976, which consisted of a palmaris longus tendon woven through bone tunnels. In recent years, the advent of new technologies has spawned new procedures that use modern implants. Newer procedures have been developed using suture anchors, interference screws, and internal bracing, among others. These newer procedures have been aimed at increasing the strength of fixation and avoiding potential complications. To date, there is a paucity of in vivo research comparing these techniques. The purpose of this chapter is to review the biomechanical data available to support the use of the most common reconstruction techniques currently used.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Elbow Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
Subtitle of host publication	A Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment, Second Edition
Publisher	Springer International Publishing
Pages	201-208
Number of pages	8
ISBN (Electronic)	9783030695675
ISBN (Print)	9783030695668
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69567-5_20
State	Published - Jan 1 2021

Keywords

docking technique
elbow biomechanics
interference screw
Jobe technique
overhead-throwing athletes
Ulnar collateral ligament

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