Carpal Instability-Annual Meeting 2015 Symposium: Ligament Reconstruction for Carpal Instabilities

Annual Meeting 2015 Symposium: Ligament Reconstruction for Carpal Instabilities

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the 3LT technique for reconstructing scapholunate instability. They explain the differences between the 3LT technique and the Modified Brunelli technique, and argue that the 3LT technique should not be called a Modified Brunelli. The speaker also explains when the 3LT technique is indicated and important contraindications. They briefly describe the step-by-step process of performing the 3LT technique. The results of the technique are discussed, including pain levels and wrist motion. The speaker also mentions modifications to the technique using the ECRL tendon instead of the FCR tendon. They express some dissatisfaction with the results of the 3LT technique and discuss potential long-term issues with tendon grafts.

Keywords

3LT technique

scapholunate instability

Modified Brunelli technique

indications

contraindications