Distal radioulnar joint instability

Instr Course Lect. 2007:56:79-89.

Abstract

The distal radioulnar joint is inherently unstable. Pathologic instability can be acute or chronic; it can be dorsal, palmar, or multidirectional; and it can result primarily from soft-tissue injury or osseous malunion. Recognition of the type and cause of instability is fundamental to provide effective treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / surgery
  • Joint Instability* / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Instability* / etiology
  • Ligaments, Articular / injuries
  • Ligaments, Articular / surgery
  • Pronation
  • Radiography
  • Radius Fractures / complications
  • Rupture
  • Triangular Fibrocartilage / injuries
  • Ulna Fractures / complications
  • Wrist Injuries / surgery
  • Wrist Joint* / diagnostic imaging