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After falling over and landing on my elbow i can't fully extend my arm, should i give this a while to heal by itself?

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Dr. Ronald Quam answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Elbow extension: No, go get it checked out and x-rayed. It could be something treatable now, and not treatable later.

Answered 5/5/2014

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A member asked:

After falling over and landing on my elbow i can't fully extend my arm, should i give this a while to heal by itself?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Quam answered

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