top of page
Conditions
Olecranon Fracture
Category:
Diagnosis:
Description:
Predictors:
Humerus-Elbow
Olecranon Fracture
Posterior elbow pain/swelling after fall or blow; often surgery if displaced.
Posterior swelling; loss of extension; tenderness over olecranon; X‑ray.
Non-Operative
Therapy:
Light Activities:
Moderate Activities:
Posterior splint; pain control; ortho evaluation; early finger/shoulder motion.
6–12 weeks
3–6 months
Surgery
Surgery Probability:
Moderate–high if displaced
Indications:
Recovery to Light Activities:
Recovery to Moderate Activities:
Sucess Rates:
Complication Rates:
Displacement; joint incongruity; open injury.
Light ADLs after wound/splint care
3–6 months to moderate activity
Varies by fixation
3–6 months
Predictors:
Varies by fixation
Hardware irritation possible
Helpful Devices
Elbow Immobilizer
Reusable Cold Pack
Waterproof Cast/Cover
Adjustable Sling
Therapy Putty
bottom of page