Top 5 Common Hand and Wrist Injuries in Athletes

Approximately 25% of sports-related injuries involve the hand and wrist and can have a significant impact on patient function. From FOOSH to repetitive use, this course will cover the top 5 most common conditions, current research, and treatment protocols recognized as best practices in sports medicine. This course includes practical, hands-on assessment and treatment concepts that can improve clinical effectiveness for practitioners dealing with athletic injuries.

• •Identify and classify the top 5 most common hand and wrist injuries in athletic populations
• •Perform comprehensive assessment techniques including orthopedic testing and palpation for hand and wrist pathology
• •Differentiate between acute traumatic injuries (FOOSH, impact) and chronic overuse conditions
• •Apply evidence-based treatment protocols and management strategies aligned with current sports medicine best practices
• •Develop practical rehabilitation and return-to-play strategies to optimize patient function and performance
• •Recognize when referral to specialist care is warranted based on injury severity and presentation