In patients whose ulna is longer than the radius at the wrist, the TFCC is usually thinner and more likely to tear. A TFCC tear involves the triangular fibrocartilage complex.

Triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tears can cause pain and instability in your wrist. Simple treatments, such as rest and physical therapy, are often enough to heal a TFCC tear. Surgery may be necessary to repair more severe tears. With the right treatment, most people with TFCC tears regain full function within a few months.

2023年12月18日 · Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) Injuries, a common cause of ulnar-sided wrist pain, may result from trauma or due to degenerative changes. Diagnosis is made clinically with ulnar sided wrist pain that is worse with ulnar deviation and a positive "fovea" sign.

2018年9月18日 · TFCC tears are a common wrist injury that can make daily tasks difficult. Learn more about how to treat them and the recovery time involved.

2023年9月25日 · A TFCC tear is an injury to the triangular fibrocartilage complex found in the wrist. Either sudden trauma or overuse causes it. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and treatment for a TFCC tear.

2023年7月7日 · TFCC tears happen when your wrist is twisted and the TFCC bears the weight. When you swing a racket, bat, or similar object, your wrist is in a prime position to tear your TFCC.

The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is a load-bearing structure between the lunate, triquetrum, and ulnar head. The function of the TFCC is to act as a stabilizer for the ulnar aspect of the wrist. The TFCC is at risk for either acute or chronic degenerative injury.

2025年3月3日 · TFCC Injury Recovery Time. TFCC recovery depends on the severity of the tear and the chosen treatment approach: Non-Surgical Recovery: Mild to moderate TFCC tears treated conservatively may take 6 to 12 weeks to heal. Early bracing is really important to ensure a good outcome, with best results seen when wearing a TFCC brace in the first 6 weeks. Post …

4 天之前 · For TFCC injuries to be accurately diagnosed and managed, it’s critical to get medical help. Differential diagnosis: The symptoms of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injuries can be found in a number of diseases. Healthcare providers can choose the best course of action and differentiate between several potential causes of wrist pain ...

There are two types of TFCC tears. Type 1 — Type 1 tears occur when a person falls on an extended hand, or when they over-rotate their wrist. Type 2 — Type 2 occurs gradually over time. Typically, type 2 tears result from an underlying condition such as gout or rheumatoid arthritis.