Traumatic rupture of ulnar collateral ligament ICD-10-CM S53. 32XA is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0):
Ligaments keep joints stable. In the elbow, two of the major stabilizing ligaments are the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) and the lateral ulnar collateral ligament (LUCL). The UCL is also known as the medial collateral ligament or “Tommy John Ligament”. The LUCL is located on the lateral or outside part of the elbow.
The medial (ulnar) collateral ligament (MCL) supports the ulnohumeral and radiohumeral joints medially, and is a fan-shaped structure. The lateral (radial) collateral ligament (LCL) also supports the ulnohumeral and radiohumeral joints, but laterally. It is more of a cord-like structure.
The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is the main ligament that stabilizes the inner aspect of the elbow joint during the act of throwing. The UCL can become stretched, frayed or torn through the stress of repetitive throwing motions or by falling on an outstretched arm.
The thumb metacarpophalangeal joint contains two important ligaments: the ulnar collateral ligament, which is on the pinky side of the thumb, and the radial collateral ligament, which is on the free side of the thumb.
The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) or internal lateral ligament is a thick triangular ligament at the medial aspect of the elbow uniting the distal aspect of the humerus to the proximal aspect of the ulna....Ulnar collateral ligament of elbow joint.Ulnar collateral ligament (elbow)Latinligamentum collaterale ulnareTA98A03.5.09.005TA21776FMA388696 more rows
The ulnar collateral ligament complex is located on the inside of the elbow (pinky or medial side). It is attached on one side to the humerus (the bone of the upper arm) and on the other side to the ulna (a bone in the forearm).
During the late cocking and early acceleration phases, the medial elbow experiences significant force—approximately 64 N•m—and the UCL is most vulnerable to injury. Because the elbow is usually at 90° to 100° of flexion, the posterior band of the anterior bundle of the UCL is the most critical stabilizer.
An ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear is an injury to one of the ligaments on the inner side of your elbow. This ligament connects the inside of your upper arm (humerus) to the inside of your forearm (ulna) and helps support and stabilize your arm.
What are the symptoms of UCL Sprains?Pain on inner side of the elbow.Unstable elbow joint.Elbow tenderness.Swelling of the elbow.Limitation in movement.Popping sound is often associated with UCL tears.Decreased performance in activities such as throwing baseballs or other objects.Reduced throwing velocity.More items...
The UCL originates at the posterior distal aspect of the medial epicondyle and inserts into the base of the coronoid process. At 90 º of flexion, it provides 55% of the resistance to valgus stress at the elbow. In full extension, the UCL, bony architecture, and anterior capsule equally maintain valgus stability.
Treatment for UCL tears ranges from rest and physical therapy to surgery, depending on the severity of the injury and your health goals....Nonsurgical TreatmentRest and ice.Anti-inflammatory medications.Physical therapy to strengthen the elbow muscles and improve the range of motion.
The lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is on the outer side of your knee and runs from the top part of the fibula (the bone on the outside of the lower leg) to the outside part of the lower thigh bone. The ligament helps keep the outer side of your knee joint stable.
What You Need to Know. Tommy John Surgery, more formally known as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction, is used to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament inside the elbow. A UCL is a ligament on the inner side of your elbow that helps secure your elbow joint.
The UCL originates at the posterior distal aspect of the medial epicondyle and inserts into the base of the coronoid process. At 90 º of flexion, it provides 55% of the resistance to valgus stress at the elbow. In full extension, the UCL, bony architecture, and anterior capsule equally maintain valgus stability.
An ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear is an injury to one of the ligaments on the inner side of your elbow. This ligament connects the inside of your upper arm (humerus) to the inside of your forearm (ulna) and helps support and stabilize your arm.
S53.32 is a non-billable ICD-10 code for Traumatic rupture of left ulnar collateral ligament. It should not be used for HIPAA-covered transactions as a more specific code is available to choose from below.
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