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M Lucius Pomerantz, MD

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Hand Surgeon. Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Competed MMA. "Let's Keep Moving"
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02/16/2026

If wrist pain has you worried about surgery, here’s the truth: most ECU injuries start with non-operative care. Treatment depends on the problem, from calming inflammation, to repairing a tear, stabilizing an unstable tendon early, or reconstructing support in chronic cases. The right approach at the right time can make all the difference in recovery.

Want a deeper breakdown of how each option works and when it’s used? Watch the full video on YouTube to learn more, and share your questions or thoughts in the comments.

https://youtu.be/Uq-A_ymVUko?si=hFpv1UKA_pmRX9b8

02/13/2026

Grip strength starts at the thumb. When the UCL is injured, even simple grips can feel unstable or painful, especially in grappling sports where force and torque are constant.

A torn UCL doesn’t always heal on its own. In some cases, the ligament folds over itself (called a Stener lesion), making proper healing impossible without medical intervention.

Early recognition matters. Ignoring thumb pain can lead to long-term weakness, instability, and time away from training.
Protect your grip. Protect your performance.

02/11/2026

The TFCC isn’t just one ligament. It’s a complex system keeping your wrist stable. Miss it, and pain and weakness follow. Understanding it could save your wrist.

Watch the full video on YouTube to learn how it's injured, diagnosed, and treated.

https://youtu.be/YcYfURuSC7Q?si=eim3XZQwdE1osEIF

01/28/2026

Recovery after TFCC tear surgery can test your patience, especially when movement feels limited early on. Protecting the wrist while gradually restoring motion allows stability, strength, and confidence to return the right way.

With proper healing, outcomes are excellent and most patients return to full activity within a few months. Stay consistent and trust the process.

What part of wrist recovery are you focused on right now?

Watch the full video to learn more: https://youtu.be/YcYfURuSC7Q?si=OpHSMCrxYS0lAFq3

01/26/2026

Pain on the small finger side of the wrist is often your ECU tendon calling for attention. It may be simple irritation or the tendon becoming unstable and slipping out of its normal groove. That snapping or sliding feeling when you turn your palm up and bend the wrist toward the pinky is common in golfers, tennis players, baseball players, and fighters. If you feel these signs, it is important to understand what they mean. Watch the full video on YouTube to learn more.

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01/23/2026

An ECU injury demands patience, not shortcuts. Early rest protects the tendon, controlled motion restores smooth gliding, and progressive strengthening rebuilds stability and endurance. Rushing back only increases the risk of reinjury.

Over 75% of athletes return to sport within 12 to 14 weeks when rehab is done right. Watch the full video on YouTube to understand the process in more depth, and share your experience if you’ve dealt with an ECU injury.

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01/21/2026

PRP and stem cells are powerful tools, but they’re not interchangeable, and they’re not shortcuts. Each works differently, costs differently, and responds best to specific injuries and stages of healing.

The real question isn’t which treatment is better, it’s which one fits your injury, your timeline, and your goals. And no matter the option, results still depend on proper rehab, smart loading, and patience.

👉 Get the right assessment before choosing a regenerative treatment. Informed decisions lead to better outcomes.

01/19/2026

Wrist pain is rarely random. Specific tenderness near the ulnar head, pain with resisted extension or ulnar deviation, and even tendon snapping can quickly point to an extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) issue when examined properly. Small details in the exam make a big difference in getting the diagnosis right.

What signs have you noticed with your wrist pain? Share below.

Watch full video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/

01/16/2026

That sudden pop on the ulnar side of the wrist can stop any athlete instantly. That sharp pain, swelling, and slipping sensation often signals an extensor carpi ulnaris tendon issue, disrupting the strength and precision your sport depends on. If this sounds familiar, there’s more you need to know about what’s happening beneath the surface. Watch the full video on my YouTube channel to understand the injury and what to look out for.

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01/14/2026

The hamstring is made up of three muscles: Biceps femoris, Semimembranosus, and Semitendinosus. Below explains each one in detail.

Biceps femoris: This muscle is on the outside of the back of your thigh. Its function is to flex your knee, extend your thigh at your hip and, rotate your lower leg from side to side when your knee is bent.

Semimembranosus: This muscle is on the innermost side of the back of your thigh. It flexes your knee joint, extends your thigh at your hip, and rotates your hip and lower leg.

Semitendinosus: This muscle is between your semimembranosus and biceps femoris. Its function is the same as your semimembranosus. It is a tendon often harvested for reconstruction of an ACL tear.

Your hamstring muscles contain thousands of long, elastic muscle fibers. These fibers help your leg muscles contract, or tighten.

Source: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/21904-hamstring-muscles

01/12/2026

Neck injuries in combat sports aren’t always obvious. What feels like a quick “stinger” can sometimes be your nervous system asking for attention.

The cervical spine plays a critical role in movement, strength, and protection of the spinal cord and brain. Ignoring early warning signs, like lingering pain, numbness, or weakness, can turn a manageable issue into a long-term setback.

Smart athletes know when to push… and when to pause. Getting assessed early isn’t weakness, it’s how careers last longer and perform better.

👉 Protect your neck. Protect your future.

01/09/2026

That pop on the small finger side of your wrist isn’t random. One twist, one post, one hard pull, and the structure that stabilizes your wrist can be compromised. TFCC injuries happen fast and are often ignored until they limit everything you do with your hands.

Watch the full video on Youtube to understand its causes, diagnosis, and treatments.

https://youtu.be/YcYfURuSC7Q?si=4MYi-L7G48z-EXeM

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