Question 1

how can i tell if i have a hairline fracture in my arm, or if it is just sore?

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Pain and x-ray: Pain dose not go away in few days, then x-ray will confrim the fracture.

Question 2

hit to the proximal end of ulna. what would my arm look like if there was a hairline fracture? there is currently swelling and pain upon only that spot to the touch

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Varies : It varies somewhat.  A "hairline" fracture would by definition be non displaced, so you would not expect any obvious deformity.  Swelling, pain, and tenderness to palpating would be expected.  X-rays are really the main way we evaluate for a fracture if thers was significant injury and exam concerning for a fracture.

Question 3

sports injury: shoulder sling recommendation for student living in the city. on saturday morning i dislocated my shoulder and sustained a hairline fracture on the top ball of my humerous bone. my doctor is recommending that i fully immobilize my right arm

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First, : First, i think you should find a nearby orthopaedic surgeon who can monitor and care for you locally.  The fracture, as you describe, may have been a "hairline" fracture when you were first seen, but could become a displaced fracture with time and/or use of he shoulder.  That is probably why a sling and immobilization was recommended.  To limit swelling in the hand, move your fingers frequently and make a fist or squeeze a soft ball or ball of socks throughout the day.
Follow-up x-rays are important to help determine that the fracture remains "in place".  You can expect that stretching and physical therapy will be advised when the fracture is "stable", or unlikely to displace.  The injury you sustained can lead to ongoing problems, even if it is cared for appropriately.  To minimize this risk, find a trusted local orthopaedic surgeon, preferably one that cares for shoulders and/or sports injuries, and follow their advice as this is a common injury.  If you let their office know you have a fracture, many orthopaedic surgeons will make efforts to get you a quick access appointment.  Though it has been 20 days since your post, it is not too late to make sure it is healing in good position. Good luck!

Question 4

went for an x-ray on elbow doctors said it was just tissue damage , letter came saying it is possible a hairline fracture? still can't move it ?

Accepted Answer

Repeat x-ray : Go back to your doctor . Hopefully , you were given a splint . If not get at least an arm sling for comfort. If there is still that much pain and you can't move it , then a repeat x-ray may be Indicated .

Question 5

i have a hairline fracture in elbow, what will the doctor do about it?

Accepted Answer

Most elbow hairline : Or minimal ormarginalfractures of the radial head ( where one typically gets this type of injury in the elbow) are treated in a sling for about a week. It's important to get the elbow moving once there's some comfort as residual elbow stiffness is often a problem.

Question 6

hairline fracture on elbow ? what can doctors do two weeks after been in a sling , still very sore no movement??? help please!

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Depends: Really depends on location of fracture.  Most fractures take )-8 weeks to heAl,. Oat doctors like to get elbows moving as soon  as it is safe to avoid residual stiffness.  Your doctor needs to look at you injury patten to determined the next best step for you

Question 7

i have a hairline fracture on the elbow. should i get a splint at the doctor's office or is a brace that immobilizes the elbow just as fine?

Accepted Answer

Doctors Splint: Splints provided by your doctor are usually specifically made for proper anatomical immobilization.  When healing a fracture site it is important to maintain the proper immobilization position, as well as proper immobilization of any other joints that have an effect on fractured joint, such as the wrist.  This is the advantage to having it done in your doctor's office.

Question 8

what are the signs of a hairline fracture?

Accepted Answer

Pain and swelling: Even though you have a skull fracture you will probably also have a soft tissue injury that accompanies it.  The fracture is seen on xray or ct.

Question 9

what are some signs and symptoms of a metacrapal hairline fracture or just regular fracture?

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Pain: An unstable fracture will have deformity but a stress fracture could displace if ignored.  Generally they have focal pain over the bone.  X-rays are the way to know forvsure.

Question 10

what is a hairline fracture?

Accepted Answer

Capillary fracture: A minor fracture that appears on x-ray film as a thin line between two segments of a bone. The segments remain in alignment and the fracture may not extend completely through the bone.

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How can i tell if i have a hairline fracture in my arm, or if it is just sore?

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Hit to the proximal end of ulna. what would my arm look like if there was a hairline fracture? there is currently swelling and pain upon only that spot to the touch

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Sports injury: shoulder sling recommendation for student living in the city. on saturday morning i dislocated my shoulder and sustained a hairline fracture on the top ball of my humerous bone. my doctor is recommending that i fully immobilize my right arm

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Went for an x-ray on elbow doctors said it was just tissue damage , letter came saying it is possible a hairline fracture? still can't move it ?

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I have a hairline fracture in elbow, what will the doctor do about it?

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Hairline fracture on elbow ? what can doctors do two weeks after been in a sling , still very sore no movement??? help please!

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I have a hairline fracture on the elbow. should i get a splint at the doctor's office or is a brace that immobilizes the elbow just as fine?

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What are the signs of a hairline fracture?

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