A member asked:

I fell on my elbow badly a week ago. still can't outstretch my arm fully, hold anything, or use that arm to get up. x ray shows no fracture. help?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Don't neglect same: See orthopedic specialist, might need re x-ray, catscan or physical therapy. Do it now!

Answered 3/23/2014

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Consider: A follow up visit with your doctor if symptoms don't improve in 10-14 days after the trauma. Sometimes acute fractures aren't seen on xray requiring repeat x-rays evaluation to see a fracture line.

Answered 3/23/2014

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