A Review of Anatomical Placement of Corticosteroid Injections for Uncommon Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Pathologies

摘要

Corticosteroid injections are a common nonsurgical treatment of intersection syndrome, flexor carpi radia- lis tendonitis, flexor carpi ulnaris tendonitis, and medial epicondylitis. The benefits of corticosteroid injections for these conditions have been well studied and document- ed in the medical literature. Patients with less common upper extremity complaints usually first present to their primary care provider. A correct anatomical diagnosis will help with early definitive treatment, as the injection must be in the proper location for maximal benefit to the patient. The following review on uncommon upper extremity complaints provides information for a correct diagnosis and treatment plan, followed by a possible in- jection. This review will hopefully provide high quality care while also cutting health care costs by making the correct diagnosis at the initial presentation.