IC 207-2023: Management of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears: Where Do We Stand in 2023?-IC 207 - Management of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears: Where Do We Stand in 2023? (3/6)

IC 207 - Management of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears: Where Do We Stand in 2023? (3/6)

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Video Summary

The speaker in the video discusses the importance of caring for athletes with collateral ligament injuries in baseball. Despite efforts from MLB Research Committee and other programs, this injury remains a major source of morbidity and a financial burden for teams. The speaker mentions different techniques for treatment, including repair, reconstruction, and a hybrid approach. They also discuss the use of internal bracing with grafts to shorten the recovery time for athletes. The speaker believes that in the next few years, the recovery time for these injuries can be reduced to a consistent one year, which would be beneficial for athletes.

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Anthony Romeo, MD

Keywords

collateral ligament injuries

baseball

recovery time

athletes

internal bracing