This patient was evaluated by OrthoNOW and it was determined that he had a scaphoid injury that never healed. Diagnosis: Right scaphoid delayed union of the mid waist fracture. This patient was referred to our practice and scheduled for surgery during his first visit at OrthoNOW. Patient believed his injury was "just a sprained wrist"… Read More »
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With Some Prep and Care, Many Cycling Injuries Preventable
Sprains, strains, and pain may be merely a bike ride away unless a cyclist approaches the activity with the same preparation, care and correct equipment as required for any sport. That’s the cautionary note from hand and upper limb orthopedic surgeon Alejandro Badia MD, who says cycling-related injuries to the upper extremities – hands, wrists, forearms,… Read More »
Wrist Sprains
A sprain of one or multiple wrist ligaments occurs when there is excessive loading or force transmitted across the wrist. These frequently occur as the result of a fall forwards or backwards onto an outstretched hand. Force may be applied in other ways, such as with a violent twisting injury (torsion). Often, these injuries are… Read More »
Wrist Fractures
The wrist is made up of eight small bones and the two forearm bones, the radius and ulna. The bones come together to form multiple large and small joints. At each joint, the ends of the bones are lined with a very smooth covering (cartilage). The bones are held together by ligaments. The shape and… Read More »