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A member asked:
My child broke her elbow. it is out of the cast and still won't bend. what can i do?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
See the ortho back: It may just be stiff from the injury and cast and they may just need physical therapy, but have them get re-examined.
Answered 9/22/2016
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