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How soon back to work after elbow fracture surgery?

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Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

elbow surgery: That depends on the severity of the fracture, the stability of the fixation, and the type of work you do...Among many other factors. Talk with your surgeon.

Answered 5/19/2019

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