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A member asked:

Is it ok if my 6 years old who got a hairline fracture on the coronoid process of ulna only use a sling (no cast, no splint) during early recovery?

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Speak to the doctor: It is a hairline fracture means no displacement in good position, in a non weight bearing area, children will do much better , by not restricting them in a cast , will have less complications , will recover faster discuss with child's orthopedic surgeon , will give reasons.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 10/12/2013

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