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Suggest Treatment For Stiffness In Arm After An Elbow Dislocation
I had an anterior elbow dislocation five weeks ago. I can touch my shoulders with my injured hand right now but I still can t fully straighten my arm. I mean, I can make it horizontal (0 degrees). But I cant make it straighten like my other hand does. ( -10degrees). Is it normal? Will the stiffness go away? What should I do?
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Hello,
The stiffness is normal after elbow dislocation. I suggest physical therapy to treat the stiffness. Physical therapy will perform exercises and strengthening techniques to gain flexion, control and motion. Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and splinting may also be used to help treat the condition.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
The stiffness is normal after elbow dislocation. I suggest physical therapy to treat the stiffness. Physical therapy will perform exercises and strengthening techniques to gain flexion, control and motion. Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and splinting may also be used to help treat the condition.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
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