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Elbow issues
I fell and my elbow hit the cement first. No I have minor bruising but pain in the elbow and down to my wrist. It is also not able to fully move the way I could before. Wondering if it is just bruising or if it could be something more serious like a break or sprain or fracture? What do these symptoms sound more like to you?
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Your history suggests high energy trauma.
Try applying Ice packs.
Keep affected limb elevated.
Medications like Enzomac will help in swelling.
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Visit Orthopaedic Surgeon for clinical evaluation and X-Rays.
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There may be a small fracture or sprain.
Do not work with an injured elbow until seems by a specialist.
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It could be something worse..telling you out of experience..as a doctor I had a fall and sustained bruise and took an x-ray and confirmed showed no fracture..but after a week since it was not settling down then I took a ct scan and it showed a hairline fracture..so don't ignore it..
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Dr. B A Kadam
Orthopedist
47 yrs exp
Pune
If it is swollen then it might have injuries. Inability to do movements is a pointer towards something is wrong. Better to confirm by consultation with orthopaedic surgeon
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