In the early days, the tendon used to replace the UCL came from human cadavers. Today, surgeons removing a non-essential tendon that attaches to the palmaris longus muscle in the forearm, and serves no function. Interestingly, 15% of the population is missing this tendon. In this case, the doctor will take a ligament from the ankle or hamstring.

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