An elbow fracture occurs when one or more bones forming the elbow joint break due to trauma or accidents. These injuries are referred to as Elbow Fracture and may cause severe pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the elbow.
A fracture usually causes severe pain, significant swelling, inability to move the elbow, and sometimes visible deformity. An X-ray is needed to confirm the diagnosis.
No, stable and non-displaced fractures can be treated with a splint and physiotherapy. Surgery is needed for displaced or complex fractures.
Most elbow fractures take 6 to 12 weeks to heal, depending on the fracture type and whether surgery was required.
Most patients regain good elbow movement with proper treatment and physiotherapy, though some stiffness may persist in severe cases.
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