Valgus instability of the elbow in athletes

Valgus instability of the elbow in athletes is uncommon among athletes in g eneral, but has a higher incidence in individuals who throw repetitively. W hen valgus overload injury results in disabling symptoms for the athlete, s urgical reconstruction of the anterior band of the ulnar collateral ligamen t may be indicated. This procedure has been successful in getting athletes back to premorbid levels of competition. The authors provide a comprehensiv e review of valgus instability of the elbow and offer their preferred metho d of treatment.