Description
This transcribed lecture focuses on posterolateral rotary instability of the elbow in athletes, particularly emphasizing the differences between medial and lateral side injuries. Roger Van Riet, the speaker, provides insights into the diagnostics and treatment approaches for elbow instability, including surgical and conservative options. He elaborates on the mechanisms of injury, diagnostics tests like the pivot shift test, and the importance of understanding chronic vs acute conditions. The discussion also encompasses post-operative protocols and a detailed surgical technique for reconstructing the lateral collateral ligament (LCL). Van Riet emphasizes the necessity of detailed clinical assessments and the importance of recognizing instability more than just pain in patients. Post-procedure, he highlights the significance of rehabilitation and the prognosis for athletes, noting a high success rate in return to play, particularly when complications are absent.