Fractures of the humeral shaft caused by arm wrestling: a systematic review

Ogawa, Kiyohisa; Yoshida, Atsushi; Matsumura, Noboru; Inokuchi, Wataru

doi:10.1016/j.xrrt.2022.05.005

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“…Humeral shaft fractures, particularly spiral fractures, are the most common fractures resulting from arm wrestling. It is believed that torsional forces generated by the subscapularis, pectoralis major, and latissimus dorsi in the shoulder (internal rotator shoulder muscles), which are resisted by external rotation or another counterforce from the opponent, eventually lead to torsional strain, bending force, and axial compression on the humerus, resulting in a spiral fracture [4][5][6].…”

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“…Humeral shaft fractures constitute 68% of these cases (n=108 cases). Kiyohisa Ogawa et al reviewed 153 cases of humeral fractures sustained during arm wrestling [ 5 ]. All fractures were spiral, and 90% of the fractures were located at the distal part of the junction of the middle and distal part of the humerus.…”

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“…All fractures were spiral, and 90% of the fractures were located at the distal part of the junction of the middle and distal part of the humerus. There is an obvious gender bias toward males for this type of injury [ 4 - 5 ]. An amateur male in his twenties is the typical presentation.…”

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“…An amateur male in his twenties is the typical presentation. Kiyohisa Ogawa et al reported the patients' mean age as 26.1 ± 9.0 years (range, 10-63 years) [ 5 ].…”

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Conservative Management of a Distal Humerus Spiral Fracture Sustained During Arm Wrestling: A Case Report and Literature Review

Jalamneh,

Salim,

Sabbooba

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Arm wrestling is a popular recreational activity that involves intense and repetitive muscular contractions of the upper extremity. Arm wrestling can result in various musculoskeletal injuries, including bone fractures. Humeral shaft fractures, particularly spiral fractures, are the most common fractures resulting from arm wrestling. Here, we present a case of a 25-year-old male patient who sustained a distal humerus spiral fracture during an arm-wrestling competition. The patient was managed conservatively with external reduction, cast stabilization, and physiotherapy with good outcomes. Despite initial angulation and rotation, the fracture healed well, and the patient regained full function of his arm within eight weeks. This case highlights the biomechanical aspects and risk factors of this type of fracture during arm wrestling and the value of protective measures such as proper technique, training, and protective equipment. It also highlights the potential for conservative management in such cases.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…An amateur male in his twenties is the typical presentation. Kiyohisa Ogawa et al reported the patients' mean age as 26.1 ± 9.0 years (range, 10-63 years) [ 5 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

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