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Radial Head Fracture

Category:

Diagnosis:

Description:

Predictors:

Humerus-Elbow

Radial Head Fracture

Lateral elbow pain after fall on outstretched hand; many are treated non‑operatively.

Lateral tenderness; painful rotation; swelling; X‑ray/CT if needed.

Non-Operative

Therapy:

Light Activities:

Moderate Activities:

Sling briefly; early motion as pain allows; avoid heavy load early; PT for ROM.

6–8 weeks

8–12 weeks

Surgery

Surgery Probability:

Low–moderate (displacement/blocks)

Indications:

Recovery to Light Activities:

Recovery to Moderate Activities:

Sucess Rates:

Complication Rates:

Mechanical block; significant displacement/instability.

Light ADLs 1–2 weeks

2–3 months to moderate activity

Generally good

8–12 weeks

Predictors:

Generally good

Stiffness uncommon with early ROM

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