Undislacement radial head fracture.

A radial head fracture generally does not completely heal in 15 days. The exact duration of immobilisation depends on the type and displacement of the fracture, and keeping the elbow immobilised for too long can also cause significant stiffness. Your hypothyroidism can affect bone healing if it is poorly controlled, but taking thyroid medication does not by itself prevent healing.

Please consult your orthopaedic doctor before removing the plaster. A repeat X ray may be required to assess fracture alignment and healing and to decide when you can safely start elbow movements.

Do not remove the plaster or start forceful elbow exercises on your own. If you have increasing pain, swelling, numbness or difficulty moving your fingers, seek medical attention promptly.

A radial head fracture can heal well, but 15 days is usually not enough for complete bone healing. Most fractures take roughly 6–8 weeks or longer to unite. However, the duration of plaster is not the same as the total healing time. For many minimally displaced radial head fractures, immobilization is kept relatively short and gentle elbow movement is started early because prolonged plaster can cause significant elbow stiffness. Since you were told the fracture is displaced, the actual X-rays need to be reviewed. Treatment depends on how much displacement is present, whether there are multiple fragments, whether the elbow is stable, and whether the fracture is blocking elbow/forearm movement. Some minimally displaced fractures can be treated without surgery, while more significantly displaced fractures may require fixation. Please attend your scheduled orthopaedic review on 20 August. The doctor should reassess the X-ray and elbow before deciding whether to remove the plaster and start range-of-motion exercises. Do not start forceful exercises or lifting until advised. Your hypothyroidism does not mean the fracture will not heal. Continue your prescribed thyroid medication and make sure your thyroid levels are adequately controlled; usual replacement doses of thyroid hormone are not considered harmful to bone.

3 week minimum

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