Search for dissertations about: "ulna"

Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the word ulna.

  2. 1. Ulnar fractures and ligament injuries of the wrist

    Author : Maria Moloney; Lars Adolfsson; Simon Farnebo; Niels Schep; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Ulna; Fracture; Wrist; PRWE; Classification;

    Abstract : Falling over on an outstretched hand with the wrist extended is a common accident that can cause a multitude of injuries in the wrist. Research has mainly focused on distal radius fractures while injuries of the distal ulna and adjacent ligaments have taken a back seat. READ MORE

  4. 2. Periulnar Injuries Associated with Distal Radius Fractures

    Author : Johan Scheer; Adolfsson Lars; Magnus Tägil; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : Triangular fibrocartilage complex; Distal radius fractures; Wrist injuries; Distal radioulnar joint; Ulnocarpal stability; MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : Residual dysfunction after a fracture of the distal radius is most often mild but may give rise to significant impairment especially in the younger active population. The symptoms often manifest around the distal ulna when loading the hand or rotating the forearm. READ MORE

  5. 3. Functional outcome and experiences concerning daily life after malunion of the distal radius and corrective osteotomy

    Author : Ingrid Andreasson; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Distal radius fracture; Malunion; Corrective osteotomy; Functional outcome; Activities of daily life; First post-operative year; Long-term;

    Abstract : BACKGROUND. Distal radius fractures are common injuries that occur at all ages. The commonest complication is that the fracture heals in malunion. This can negatively affect function and the ability to perform activities. READ MORE

  6. 4. Elbow kinematics : studies of the elbow joint under normal conditions and after joint replacement

    Author : Anne Ericson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) is used for treatment of patients with severe pain and disability due to reumatoid arthritis. Long term results are not as good as for hip and knee replacements. READ MORE