Radial Head Subluxation occurs when the radius is pulled away from the position where it should be in your arm. It is a very common elbow injury in young children, especially before the age of 5. When this happens, your child will complain of pain and inability to move the arm.
Child is constantly crying
or Annoyed easily
common
Joint pain
Severe
Elbows
Rapidly developing
Occurs or worsens when joint is used or stressed
or Pain in outer elbow
Worsens with forearm activity
common
Joint stiffness
Difficulty moving elbow
common
Inability to rotate hand to have palm face upwards or downwards
common
Outer elbow hurts when touched
common
History of a forceful arm pull
If you have Radial Head Subluxation, then a visit to an orthopedic surgeon is highly recommended.
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Orthopedic surgeon