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My two year old just got nurse maid elbow. is there anything we need to do to make sure she doesn't get it again? will she get it more easily now?
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20 percent: There is typically a 20-25 percent chance of recurrence, but children under the age of 24 months have a higher chance of recurrence.
Answered 4/11/2015
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Some do,some don't: Just make an effort to only pick her up by her trunk.Never pull her by her extended hand/arm.
Answered 5/7/2016
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