Hand and Wrist Tendinopathies

Abstract

Tendinopathies in the hand and wrist are common in athletes. This article reviews some of the common hand and wrist conditions, such as trigger digits, first dorsal compartment tendonitis, and extensor carpi ulnaris tendonitis. In addition, it reviews less commonly seen tendon conditions of the flexor carpi radialis and ulnaris, intersection syndrome, and extensor pollicis entrapment conditions. Diagnosis, nonoperative and operative treatment, and postoperative recommendations and return to play are also discussed.

Keywords: Extensor tendon injuries; Flexor tendon injures; Overuse injuries of the hand and wrist; Sports-related injuries of the wrist and hand; Tendinopathies in athletes; Tendinopathy; Tendonitis.