Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Elbow injury
I fell down today and had swelling in my Right elbow...nd took xray nd my doctor suggested AE slab nd rest...but no fracture in xray..can someone help me out why !!!
Answers (3)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
AE slab for the swelling to subside I feel, doesn’t look like there are fractures. Keep the AE slab for 2 weeks atleast, so that if any muscular injury subsides and swelling also subsided.
If u have any other doubts
Next Steps
Consult me on Practo
Health Tips
Avoid lifting weights and doing some kind of feats with that upper limb for 2 weeks give complete rest.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+195
X ray is not clear
But overall looks okay
Slab is applied for soft tissue injury to heal
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Just for edema to settle
Answered
Flag this answer
0/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.