Elbow Dislocation (cont.)
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Jeffrey P Druck, MD
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Erik D Barton, MD, MS
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Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
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Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Jeter (Jay) Pritchard Taylor III, MD
IN THIS ARTICLEOutlookGenerally, this injury heals well. After watching closely for 3-5 days, the bone doctor will have you begin gentle movement exercises of your elbow. Usually, recovery occurs without any lasting effects. |
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Elbow dislocation is the most common dislocation in children; in adults,it is the second most common dislocation after that of the shoulder.
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