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Ulnar-Sided Wrist Pain: Lunotriquetral Dissociation

Posted by Lori Algar OTD, OTR/L, CHT on Mon, Jun 10,2019 @ 11:15 AM

Anatomy of the Wrist

The lunate and the triquetrum make up the ulnar side of the proximal carpal row at the wrist. Ligaments, particularly the lunotriquetral (LT) ligament, provide support to this joint. This ligament is horse-shoe or c-shaped and contains a volar, dorsal and proximal component.

Ulnar-Sided Wrist Pain: Midcarpal Instability

Posted by Lori Algar OTD, OTR/L, CHT on Fri, Nov 30,2018 @ 09:57 AM

Anatomy of the Wrist

The carpal bones of the wrist make 2 rows of bones, the proximal and distal carpal row. Ulnar Sided Midcarpal instability (MCI) is related to lack of ligament support between the proximal carpal row and the midcarpal joint (between the 2 rows of bones). Midcarpal instability is most often of palmar type, but can also be considered dorsal or extrinsic depending on the specific ligament(s) involved in causing the instability. Read More

Ulnar Sided Wrist Pain: Comparison of 4 Splints

Posted by Lori Algar OTD, OTR/L, CHT on Thu, Sep 07,2017 @ 12:39 PM

With improved imaging techniques and diagnostics, ulnar sided wrist pain has become a better understood and diagnosed disorder. There are several products on the market to assist with decreasing symptoms from ulnar sided wrist pain. The following is information on four splints that are clinically useful for individuals presenting with an ulnar sided wrist pain diagnosis. Due to the complexity of this diagnosis, trying more than one splint may be necessary to achieve optimal support and comfort.