Dislocated Elbow in Children: Symptoms & Signs (Radial Head Dislocation, Radial Head Subluxation, Nursemaid's Elbow)

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Dislocated Elbow in Children

Alternate Names : Radial Head Dislocation, Radial Head Subluxation, Nursemaid's Elbow

Dislocated Elbow in Children | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the injury?

A child usually will begin to cry right after the injury. He or she will refuse to use the affected arm. The arm may be held up against the belly, with the elbow slightly bent. The child will move the shoulder, but not the elbow. Any movement of the elbow will cause pain.

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Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 09/25/01

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