The Role of the Hand Surgery Consultant in the Care of the Amateur and Professional Golfer.

Golf is unique in this compendium of sports-related hand and wrist injury management. It is the only sport where the ball is stationary and there is no opponent against whom the player is defending. This distinctive sport dates to the 15th century in Scotland and is one of the oldest sports, but it is one where technology has changed many of the fundamental elements-from the "playing field (through advanced in agronomy) and the equipment (club and ball technology).

Medical Issues in American Football: Eyes, Teeth, and Skin.

Providing care to football players often involves recognizing and treating nonorthopedic conditions. We report on common ophthalmologic, dental, and dermatologic conditions seen by the football team physician.