Elbow Dislocation Flashcards

1
Q

What is the common MOI and age population?

A

Population: very young kids
MOI: swinging kids by the arms

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2
Q

What is the diagnostic test?

A

XRays

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3
Q

What is the treatment?

A
  1. Reduce
    *traction to wrist distally (in supination) while humerus is stabilized THEN
    *flex elbow if radial or lateral displacement present
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