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A member asked:

I recently dislocated my elbow. hour long is the position supposed to last? it's been almost a week and still a lot of pain after reduction.

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Get checked: That doesn't sound reassuring. You should get your arm , circulation checked out as soon as possible.

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Answered 1/14/2014

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