ELBOW FRACTURE
Trauma to the elbow may occur from several different mechanisms, such as falling onto an outstretched hand, falling onto the point of the elbow or receiving a large force directly to the elbow. If you have experienced a history of trauma and show any of the signs or symptoms below, it would be strongly suggested that you visit your local Accident and Emergency department to make sure that you have not fractured or dislocated your elbow joint:
• Swelling.
• Bruising.
• Deformity.
• Restricted movement.
• Altered sensation or temperature of your hand or arm.
Serious injury to the elbow can not only cause injury to the bone, but can also damage the local blood and nerve supply. In young children, fractures may also affect the growth centres of the bone, leading to disturbances in bone development.
It is therefore extremely important to seek medical advice, and possible imaging, if you suspect a fracture or dislocation to this joint.
(The list of conditions given above and subsequent explanations are intended as a general guide and should not be considered a replacement for a full medical examination. Furthermore, we do not purport to treat all the conditions listed. Should you wish to discuss any of these conditions with our chiropractors, please do not hesitate to phone the clinic on 020 7374 2272 or email enquiries@body-motion.co.uk).
Our team of chiropractors and massage therapists are on hand to answer any questions you may have, so get in touch today via enquiries@body-motion.co.uk or on +44 (0)20 7374 2272.