Overuse injuries occur when an athlete performs repetitive motions without adequate rest or conditioning. These microtraumas accumulate over time, leading to inflammation, tendon degeneration, or cartilage wear. In the upper extremity, overuse often affects the elbow, shoulder, and wrist, especially
Common upper extremity sports injuries include rotator cuff tears, shoulder dislocations, labral tears, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), wrist sprains, and finger fractures. These injuries can occur from overuse, repetitive motions, or direct trauma during sports like baseball, tennis, basketball, or
Athletes should seek evaluation from a hand or upper extremity specialist if they experience persistent pain, swelling, stiffness, numbness, or reduced grip strength after training or competition. Ignoring early symptoms can lead to more serious injuries, such as tendon ruptures,
Preventing upper extremity injuries starts with a balanced training routine that emphasizes strength, flexibility, and proper biomechanics. Athletes should perform dynamic warm-ups before activity and focus on core and scapular stability to reduce stress on the shoulder and elbow. Using
Treatment depends on the nature and severity of the injury. For mild sprains, strains, and tendon inflammation, non-surgical options such as rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and bracing are often sufficient. Regenerative treatments, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or stem cell
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