Elbow Injuries
Anatomy
Elbow Dislocation
Elbow Bursitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament Overuse of the LCL in the elbow is commonly known as tennis elbow. One-handed backhand stroke puts extra strain on the lateral side of the elbow.
LCL Injuries
Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repetitive overhead throwing motion leads to pitcher’s elbow. Torn UCL usually stems from pitching mechanics.
UCL Anatomy
UCL Injuries
Tommy John Surgery Officially known as the ulnar collateral ligament replacement. Torn UCL can be surgery replaced by your own palmaris longis ligament or a cadaver ligament. Although rare, not everyone has a palmaris longis.
Palmaris Longus
Tommy John Surgery