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Treatment for a fracture is based on the type of break, the bone affected, and the patient's age.
Minor fractures with no bone displacement are treated by immobilizing the fractured bone using a cast or splint. However, in the case of fractures with displaced bones, the broken bones are repositioned before immobilization to ensure successful healing without deformation and loss of function. The realignment of fractured bone ends is performed through a process called reduction. If the...

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Elbow Fractures.

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|December 26, 2017

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Elbow fractures are common in active individuals. Nonoperative treatment works for nondisplaced fractures, but early mobilization may require surgery to prevent stiffness.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Traumatology
Sports Medicine

Background:

Elbow fractures are frequent injuries, particularly in active patients.
Nondisplaced fractures often respond well to nonoperative management.
Joint stiffness is a common complication, emphasizing the need for early mobilization.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the diagnosis and treatment of various elbow fractures.
To highlight the importance of early mobilization in elbow fracture management.
To cover distal humerus, epicondyle, condyle, olecranon, coronoid, radial head/neck, supracondylar, and Monteggia's fractures.

Main Methods:

Literature review of elbow fracture diagnosis and treatment.
Synthesis of current management strategies for common elbow injuries.
Discussion of operative versus nonoperative approaches.

Main Results:

Nonoperative treatment is effective for nondisplaced elbow fractures.
Early mobilization is crucial to prevent stiffness after elbow fractures.
Surgical fixation may be necessary to facilitate early mobilization.

Conclusions:

Optimal management of elbow fractures balances stability with early motion.
A comprehensive understanding of different fracture types is essential for effective treatment.
Prompt diagnosis and appropriate intervention minimize complications like stiffness.