Ultrasound visualization of the thumb annular pulleys: A cadaveric validation study.

Background: The thumb annular pulley system is unique from the other digits and is integral to normal thumb function. Injuries to this pulley system can present a diagnostic challenge. No prior study has evaluated the ability of ultrasound (US) to evaluate all four thumb pulleys.

Patient Perspectives: Valuable Food Insecurity Interventions.

Introduction: Food insecurity (FI), defined as "limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate and safe foods, or limited or uncertain ability to acquire acceptable foods in socially acceptable ways," affects over 12% of US households. Embarrassment persists for patients with FI, and due to the potential consequences of FI, including increased utilization of the health care system, it is important to find causes and potential interventions for FI. The purpose of this project was to better understand FI from the patient perspective, including contributing factors, perceived health effects, and helpful interventions.

A 5-year-old Snowboarder with Boot Top Tibial Diaphysis Fracture.

A previously healthy 5-year-old boy presented with an oblique fracture of the midtibial diaphysis at the top border of the snowboarding boot after falling from a standing position with both feet strapped to his snowboard. This case illustrates a snowboarding-specific variant of the torsion-tension boot top injury classically described in skiers. Unlike most snowboarding-related lower-extremity injuries, this fracture occurred in the absence of high-speed trauma or collision.

Improving Identification of Food-Insecure Patients in an Outpatient Clinic Setting.

Introduction: Food insecurity (FI) is defined as limited or uncertain access to enough nutritious food for all household members to lead an active and healthy life. In 2017, roughly 12% of US households reported FI. FI screening is not standard practice despite FI's association with poor health outcomes.