Elbow Arthroscopy for Posteromedial Impingement and Fixation of Olecranon Stress Fracture

Abstract

Posteromedial elbow impingement due to valgus extension overload often develops as a result of excessive valgus and extension force during repetitive overhead throwing activities. Impingement classically occurs in throwing athletes such as baseball, tennis, softball, or lacrosse players. If isolated, arthroscopic removal of the posteromedial olecranon osteophytes shows excellent postoperative satisfaction, return to sport rates, and return to previous level of activity. This Technical Note describes treatment of posteromedial elbow impingement syndrome and associated olecranon stress fracture treated with arthroscopic removal of posteromedial osteophytes and arthroscopic-assisted screw fixation.