Conventional radiographic evaluation of athletic injuries to the hand.

Athletic injuries to the hand are common and encompass a diverse spectrum of injuries. These injuries can include fractures, soft tissue injuries, or both. Athletic injuries to the hand can be due to a variety of mechanisms and can be seen with a variety of sports. Prompt attention and accurate diagnosis should be provided to patients with athletic injuries to the hand to allow for appropriate treatment and to prevent serious complications that may preclude further athletic activity. This article discusses the radiographic evaluation of hand fractures seen in athletes and presents brief descriptions of the clinical management of these injuries.