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"Hypothenar hammer syndrome occurs from trauma to the distal ulnar artery or proximal portion of superficial palmar arch as a result of repetitive trauma to the hypothenar eminence. Originally described in patients using hammers and screwdrivers, it is also seen in various athletes such as basketball, handball, tennis and golf players."
"It may be caused by any repetitive compression or blunt trauma to this region. The ulnar artery is particularly vulnerable as it passes over the hook of hamate. Trauma to the artery may result in dissection, stenosis, occlusion or false aneurysm formation. This may be complicated by distal thromboembolism."
"calcium channel blockers (e.g. nifedipine, diltiazem)"