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What should i expect for a fractured elbow cast being removed after three weeks?

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Dr. Tal David answered

Elbow fracture: You will likely be very stiff after cast is removed. Elbow range-of-motion exercises with a trained physical therapist is probably appropriate. Make sure you are compliant with your treating doctor's recommendations as he/she will customize your treatment based on the fracture pattern and healing.

Answered 3/19/2016

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Dr. Ajay Balaram answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Stiffness Soreness: Expect stiffness after you come out of the cast. Your elbow will also be sore, it usually takes about six weeks for a fracture to heal. In the elbow we usually remove the cast earlier because you can lose a lot of elbow motion if it's in a cast too long.

Answered 3/19/2016

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Do you get a cast when you fracture an elbow?

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