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Coronoid fracture

2017-01-20 15:18:36
I met with an accident and elbow is fractured (said its coronoid fracture) and doc suggested to take rest for 3 weeks and it can be fixed. now hand is plastered, its been a week and still its swelling a little and i m worried whether can be fixed without surgery.
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Hi, Do not worry, have you arm elevated as much as you can and do the movements that are available​ other than the elbow. Once plaster is removed you will need Physiotherapy Dr Dimple Kapasi Physiotherapist USA licensed

Answered2017-03-30 11:13:39

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Plz wait for 3 week.  in my view no surgical intervention will help u. Slight swelling at elbow joint will be there after removal of plaster so don't worry will heal with time

Answered2017-01-25 16:28:28

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