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• Fractures/Dislocation Elbow
• Loose Bodies
• Ulnar Nerve Injuries
• Biceps Rupture at the Elbow
• Distal Triceps Rupture
• Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylalgia)
• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylalgia)

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Fractures/Dislocation Elbow

Elbow fractures usually involve a fall onto the outstretched arm or a direct trauma to the elbow. With elbow dislocations there may be associated nerve and/or blood vessel injuries. X-rays may show the fracture or dislocation but small breaks may be difficult to see.

Fractures are an emergency and immediate reduction (or placing the bones together to allow healing) is necessary. Bone breaks within the joint need special attention to ensure recovery of proper function of the joints.

Possible Treatments

• Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy 
• Elbow Active Range of Motion 
• Elbow Joint Mobilization 
• Elbow Passive Range of Motion 
• Elbow Resistive Range of Motion 
• Isometric Exercise 
• Physical Agents

Possible Treatment Goals

• Improve Function
• Improve Muscle Strength and Power
• Decrease Postoperative Complications
• Improve Range of Motion
• Self-care of Symptoms
• Improve Safety
• Improve Wound Healing

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