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Can the direct impact of an elbow in the head cause a skull fracture?
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∙ 16y ago
With sufficient force, yes.
Depending on the dynamics of the situation, it is also probable the the elbow involved would also sustain significant injury, though this is not necessarily the case.
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Can you bend your elbow with hairline fracture?
probably
What is a head of radius fracture?
The radial head may be fractured by direct violence such as fall or blow on the side of the elbow,means in vulgus position.The fracture mostly seen in 4 types ,1.split fracture of the head of radius2.marginal fracture of head of radius3.communuted fracture4.fracture in the neck of radiusThe 4th one mostly in children,because in children the epiphysis is cartilage[spongy type bone].so have more chance for fracture.
Is a fractured elbow the same as a fractured olecranon?
Fracture of olecranon process is one type of fracture of ulna. You have many other parts of bones to be fractured in fracture of ulna.
What is the name of the fracture where the end of the left upper arm bone closer to the elbow is protruding through the skin?
This is called an open fracture of the humerus.
What would cause a searing pain in the upper arm and make it turn purple black and blue to the elbow?
Anytime you have searing pain and a black and blue color on the skin, you must 1st think of a fracture of some sort. You have to look back and try and recall any damage done to the elbow, such as a bumping it, dropping something on it, or hyperextending at the joint. A broken bone can cause searing pain, no matter how minor the fracture. It would be beneficial to seek medical attention.
What type of elbow injuries are there?
Some that come to mind are fracture, dislocation, bursitis, tendinitis, laceration, arthritis, infection.
Could sleeping cause the condition known as Tennis or Golfers Elbow?
No, tennis elbow is caused by an inflamation or infection of the bursa surrounding the elbow joint. Sleeping does not cause this
Is the elbow cause by carpel tunnel?
No, everyone has an elbow so that their arm can bend.
What is th importance of anastomosis around elbow joint?
brachial artery injury at elbow is common in fracture humerus. collaterals will keep the distal circulation hence the viability of upper limb is preserved
What is the cause of golfers elbow?
Tennis Elbow aka Epicondylitis, often occurs as a result of strenuous overuse of the muscles and tendons of the forearm and around the elbow joint. These Tendons attach to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus.
What happens if elbow joint fracture is left untreated?
The bones will heal in the wrong position therefore the elbow might not be able to bend and move. If this happens, the way some doctors reset the arm is by re-breaking the elbow then setting the arm in the correct position in surgery.
Which of the following muscles has no direct role in flexing the forearm at the elbow?
Biceps. Brachhil
