Objectives: Rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is a frequent injury of the hand. When untreated, this injury may lead to decreased pinch strength, pain, instability, and osteoarthritis.

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was diagnosed with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb, Rams coach Sean McVay announced Monday. Stafford is day to day, and the Rams will ...

Warriors guard Moses Moody underwent successful surgery to repair a torn Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) in his right thumb, the team announced Thursday. Moody underwent the procedure Wednesday in Los ...

The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb metacarpophalangeal joint is a critical stabiliser against valgus forces during pinch and grip activities. Injury to this structure ranges from partial ...

Ulnar collateral ligaments are found in the thumb, wrist, and elbow regions. In the thumb, the ulnar collateral ligament runs beside the metacarpophalangeal joint. If injured, the thumb may be ...

After a disastrous season, the Philadelphia 76ers have suffered an early setback heading into 2025-26. Sophomore guard Jared McCain has suffered a UCL tear in his right thumb, delaying his development ...

The Sacramento Kings are thin at the four in terms of athletes and defenders — and now they will be without their best player at both of those things to start the season. Keegan Murray is out 4-6 ...

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb during a loss to the Dallas Cowboys and he will be evaluated “day to day” as the Rams prepare for ...

Thumb injuries can be common for soccer goalies. In this photo, Chelsea’s goalie Filip Jorgensen, center, watches as the ball enters the net as Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz scores during the match at ...

Jared McCain was the early frontrunner for Rookie of the Year last season until a torn meniscus in December ended his season. This season, the 76ers are counting on him to take a step forward in his ...

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons will require surgery for what the team described Monday as a full thickness tear of the ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb. The Angels said they ...

Keegan Murray will be sidelined for more than a month after injuring his left thumb in a preseason game. The Associated Press Keegan Murray is entering his fourth NBA season, all with the Sacramento ...