What is the ECU Tendon and What Are Common Problems?
In this article, we delve into the fundamentals of the ECU tendon — what it is, what factors can cause an issue with it, what common conditions of instability are, and how problems with the tendon can be repaired by the hand surgeons at The Hand and Wrist Institute in Dallas, Texas.
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris (ECU) Subsheath Rupture Treatment
The extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) is a major tendon that connects the forearm to the wrist. Located on the ulnar side (small finger side) of the forearm, the ECU tendon runs from the elbow to the top of the ulna bone, where it’s held in place at the base of …
Causes of ECU Tendon Problems - Verywell Health
2024年10月4日 · ECU stands for the extensor carpi ulnaris tendon, one of the major wrist tendons, located on the ulnar side of the wrist, which is the same side as the small finger. The ECU tendon starts on the back of the forearm and crosses the wrist joint directly on the side. This article discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment of ECU tendon problems.
Extensor carpi ulnaris: Origin, insertion and function - Kenhub
2023年11月3日 · The extensor carpi ulnaris muscle originates from the lateral epicondyle of humerus, via the common extensor tendon, and adjacent fascia. The lateral epicondyle is a common origin for extensor carpi ulnaris, extensor digitorum, extensor carpi radialis brevis and extensor digiti minimi muscles.
Snapping Extensor Carpi Ulnaris (ECU) - Hand - Orthobullets
2024年2月2日 · Snapping ECU is a clinical condition characterized by pain over the ulnar wrist caused by instability and tendonitis of the ECU tendon secondary overuse.
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris - Physiopedia
The extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) plays a pivotal role in wrist and forearm function, contributing to both extension and adduction of the hand at the wrist, while also providing essential medial stability.
Extensor carpi ulnaris tendinopathy - Radiopaedia.org
2023年9月27日 · Extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendinopathy is varied and includes tendinosis, (stenosing) tenosynovitis, tendon instability, and (rarely) rupture.
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Tendonitis - Shoulder Pain Explained
2024年9月12日 · Extensor carpi ulnaris tendonitis is a type of wrist tendonitis causing pain on the outer side of the wrist. ECU tendonitis is typically caused by overuse or repetitive wrist movements, especially extension and ulnar deviation.
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris (ECU) Subluxation - Physiopedia
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris (ECU) muscle primary functions at the wrist joint is to move the joint into extension and ulnar deviations whilst also providing a stabilising force at the ulnar side of the joint.
ECU Tendonitis: The Common Wrist Injury Explained
2024年2月4日 · The ECU tendon can be injured in active individuals or athletes, causing ECU tendonitis, tear and snapping. What are ECU tendonitis symptoms, and how do we treat it? What is the Extensor Carpi Ulnaris tendon?