Table 7.
Frequency of surgically repairing a complete elbow ulnar collateral ligament injury a
| Position | 2008(N = 25) | 2016 (N = 15) |
|---|---|---|
| Never fix in a football player | 8 b (27) | 14 c (48) |
| QB | 24 (96) | 14 (93) |
| RB/WR/DB | 2 (8) | 2 (13) |
| OL | 1 (4) | 1 (7) |
| DL | 1 (4) | 1 (7) |
| LB | 1 (4) | 1 (7) |
DB, defensive back; DL, defensive lineman; LB, linebacker; OL, offensive lineman; QB, quarterback; RB, running back; WR, wide receiver.
a
Team physicians were asked in which players they fix a complete elbow ulnar collateral ligament tear. Physicians were able to select multiple responses. Data presented as n (%).
b
N = 30.
c
N = 29.