A 45-year-old member asked:
Can you tell me how long for a dislocated elbow to heal?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Bernard Bach Jranswered
Orthopedic Surgery 43 years experience
2-3 months.: One the dislocated elbow is re-located, it can take 8-12 weeks of rest and physical therapy, to restore the elbow to it's full function.
4.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Can a dislocated elbow fully heal?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 38 years experience
Yes: With appropriate therapy and rehab, it can.
5.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jan 6, 2020
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