Patrick Saunders, Abhay Mathur, Jordan Frausto, Carlos Ramirez, Adam Lindsay, Viraj Deshpande, Evan Simpson, Hafiz F Kassam
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Abstract
» There has been an alarming increase in the incidence of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries among youth patients.» Preventative programs are effective in reducing the risk of UCL injuries in youth patients.» Further research on UCL injury in this particular population would be beneficial given the increasing incidence of pathology and unique considerations apart from adult patients.
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JBJS Reviews is an innovative review journal from the publishers of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery. This continuously published online journal provides comprehensive, objective, and authoritative review articles written by recognized experts in the field. Edited by Thomas A. Einhorn, MD, and a distinguished Editorial Board, each issue of JBJS Reviews, updates the orthopaedic community on important topics in a concise, time-saving manner, providing expert insights into orthopaedic research and clinical experience. Comprehensive reviews, special features, and integrated CME provide orthopaedic surgeons with valuable perspectives on surgical practice and the latest advances in the field within twelve subspecialty areas: Basic Science, Education & Training, Elbow, Ethics, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Infection, Knee, Oncology, Pediatrics, Pain Management, Rehabilitation, Shoulder, Spine, Sports Medicine, Trauma.