Question 1

how do you treat a broken elbow?

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Casting: Depending upon the severity/nature of the fracture; any orthopedist would usually realign the joint appropriately and apply either a splint, cast; or if needed; repair the joint operatively and then cast to insure immobility of the joint to facilitate proper healing.  Best to ask your orthopedist.

Question 2

what are the tests for broken elbow?

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Deformity -x-ray: The you do exam the patient clinically and if you suspect fracture do x-ray.

Question 3

broken elbow still pain four months?

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Get examined: Hi,
Sorry to hear that you have been suffering from elbow pain for such a long time. Treatment of broken elbows depends on the location and severity of the initial fracture. If it was untreated, by now, it may be a little late for surgical correction. I would advise getting examined by an orthopedic surgeon if you are still having pain or restricted range of motion. Hope this helps.

Question 4

how long will a broken elbow take to heal?

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A few weeks: Time to heal will depend on a few factors - such as presence of dislocation or not, presence of joint involvement or not. An uncomplicated elbow fracture will take 5-6 weeks to heal.

Question 5

how long it takes for a broken elbow to heal?

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Depends: Elbow fractures come in all shapes and sizes. Some need no treatment and you could use your elbow even before the bones heal. In other cases where the bones are displaced surgery may be needed. An x-ray and an examination by an orthopedic surgeon will help make the diagnosis to start the correct treatment.

Question 6

is it normal for my broken elbow to swell up?

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Elbow fracture: Yes, it will. It depends upon the personality of the fracture and the amount of soft tissue injury.

Question 7

how long will it take a broken elbow to heal?

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Depends...: Depending upon the nature of the fracture; conservatively about 2-3 months.

Question 8

what does it mean when a guy has broken elbow?

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Let me explain: The elbow consist of 3 bones meet togethor to form the elbow joint, if you break any of those componet you have elbow fracture.

Question 9

how long should it take for a broken elbow to heal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Which bone?Your activity level?Cast or splint? Most fractures need 6-8 weeks to heal, some much more.Please follow your ortho's advice.

Question 10

how to get my flexibility back after a broken elbow?

Accepted Answer

Therapy: The only way to get the maximal amount of recovery is to perform aggressive therapy after your doctor clears you to begin.  Therapy is typically 2-3 days a week but you should be doing some therapy at home as well to maximize your recovery.

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