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If it hurts to fully stick out my are, did i fracture my elbow or just sprain it?

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Dr. Allen Lu answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Possible fracture: It is actually quite common to sustain a radial head or radial neck fracture without knowing it. The symptom is often just a stiff elbow that improves over time. It is difficult to know whether you have a fracture without x-rays and examination. I'd recommend getting it checked.

Dr Bansal agreed

Answered 6/7/2018

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