Citation

Stannard JT, Stannard JP. Clin. Sports Med. 2023; 42(3): 515-524.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.csm.2023.02.012

PMID

37208062

Abstract

High-energy injuries, including fractures and dislocations, are occurring with increasing frequency in athletic competitions with the increasing size and speed of players. Common fractures and dislocations will be discussed in this article. We will evaluate emergent versus routine injuries and discuss appropriate treatment at the athletic venue. Fractures that can be seen with athletic activities include cervical spine; knee osteochondral fractures; tibia, ankle, and clavicle. Dislocations that will be considered include knee, patella, hip, shoulder, sternoclavicular joint, and proximal interphalangeal joint of the finger. These injuries vary significantly both in severity and in the emergent nature of the injury.

Language: en

Keywords

Fractures; Athletes; Dislocations; High-energy injuries; Treatment options