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What causes an ulnar collateral ligament sprain?

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What causes an ulnar collateral ligament sprain?

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Any type of injury in which the thumb is pulled away from the index finger can result in an ulnar collateral ligament sprain. For example, falling on an outstretched arm and landing on the tip of the thumb. The ulnar collateral ligament can also be injured with repetitive gripping between the thumb and index finger leading to gradual loosening of the ulnar collateral ligament. What other information is available on ulnar collateral ligament sprains? The diagnosis and treatment of ulnar collateral ligament sprains varies depending on the severity of the injury. Wrist Pain Info / Hand Pain Info’s links section has additional information on ulnar collateral ligament sprains. Links have been provided to other websites as well as online medical journals. Visit Joint Pain Info for information on other joint injuries and problems. THE CONTENTS OF HAND PAIN INFO / WRIST PAIN INFO, JOINT PAIN INFO AND THEIR LINKS ARE FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. PLEASE SEE T