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A friend ran into my arm and after x-ray i was told i sprained my elbow. after three weeks i have severe pain when i straighten my arm. is this normal?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

No: Be re examined and decide on further imaging as indicated. Physiotherapy may be a consideration. All the best.

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/1/2015

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Definitely not. Need to be reevaluated for an accurate diagnosis.

Dr Keith agreed

Answered 11/1/2015

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A member asked:

A friend ran into my arm and after x-ray i was told i sprained my elbow. after three weeks i have severe pain when i straighten my arm. is this normal?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Keith agreed

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