Abstract des Autors

Stress-related changes on the distal radial epiphysis were measured on 35 professional adolescence gymnasts between 11-17 years of age. The male-female ratio was 19/16. After clinical examination in case of any complaint multidirectional X-ray examination was taken of both wrists. According to the data of literature the overuse changes of radial epiphysis in gymnasts occur at a high rate (43-83%). Analysing the results of X-ray examinations the authors found in 27 cases (77%) different levels of damage, mostly two-sided asymmetrical appearance with higher male ratio. The damages of the growing zone was divided into three stages. By the opinion of authors the athletes can be treated by temporary splinting in the early stages, preventing residual damages. Screening examinations are suggested by the authors for early diagnosis of overuse syndroms. Verf.-Referat