Wrist Pain on Ulnar Side
Common Reason is Positive Ulnar Variance
Xray Wrist AP radiograph
This causes Ulnar Abutment syndrome.
Which structure gets involved ?
TFCC
TFCC Anatomy
Pyramid shaped fibrocartilaginous structure found at distal aspect of ulna.
Comprises of fibrocartilaginous disc(a meniscus like structure) and a sling of ligaments and acts as a key stabilizer of DRUJ and ulnocarpal joint.
Management of This condition
Non operative
Splints
Analgesia
Avoid aggravating activities
Operative
Arthroscopic wafer resection of ulna
Open Ulnar shortening Osteotomy
A look about TFCC repair
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