AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course with CME-Hand and Wrist Injuries in Football Players

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In the video, Dr. Andrew Willis, an NFL physician, discusses the management of hand and wrist injuries in football athletes. He highlights the prevalence of these injuries in football, with hand and wrist injuries accounting for a significant portion of athletic injuries. Dr. Willis emphasizes the importance of collaboration and surrounding oneself with a team of experts when caring for professional athletes.<br /><br />He discusses different types of hand and wrist injuries, such as metacarpal fractures, thumb collateral ligament injuries, and scaphoid fractures. He explains that the majority of these injuries can be treated non-operatively, and athletes often return to their pre-injury level of performance after treatment. He also discusses surgical interventions for more severe cases, such as unstable fractures or ligament injuries.<br /><br />Dr. Willis emphasizes the need for individualized treatment and a collaborative approach to ensure the best long-term clinical outcomes for athletes. He concludes by highlighting the importance of communication and shared decision-making in the management of these injuries.<br /><br />No credits are mentioned in the transcript.

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Presented by Andrew A. Willis MD.

Keywords

hand and wrist injuries

football athletes

management

collaboration

types of injuries

treatment