Conveniently located throughout Brisbane
No referral needed
If there have been a distortion of the joint that includes severe pain, swelling and inability to bend the arm, you’ve come to the right place.
REFERRAL
Within 24 hours
Urgent Care Required
IMAGING
Suggest X-ray
MANAGEMENT
Thermoplastic Elbow immobilisation water proof orthosis. 6 weeks immobilisation. AROM all unaffected joints. Radial Head Stabilisation program from 6 weeks.
WHAT IS ELBOW FRACTURE?
A fractured elbow occurs when the bones that make up the elbow joint are forced out of alignment – typically when you land on an outstretched hand during a fall.
The elbow is the most commonly fractured joint in children and is sometimes known as a pulled elbow if they are swung or lifted by their forearms.
FRACTURED ELBOW SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of a fractured elbow can include severe pain in the elbow, swelling, and inability to bend your arm, there will also be obvious distortion of the joint in some cases, you may lose feeling in your hand.
Call us on (07) 3205 7019 for an appointment, or schedule an appointment online by clicking the button below.
Our Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists have extensive knowledge and experience in assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing your hand and upper extremity – your shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand – injuries or conditions, so you know you’re in good hands.
The hand therapists at Action Rehab Hand Therapy Clinic are experienced in the assessment and treatment of elbow fracture. With a reputation endorsed by sporting organisations like the Melbourne Football Club, Action Rehab Hand Therapy Clinic is the smart choice for treating your fractured elbow.
- No referral needed
- Nonsurgical treatment prioritised where possible
- Working with some of Melbourne’s top sporting clubs
Get on the road to recovery, so you can do the things you love.
FRACTURED ELBOW TREATMENT
Elbow fracture are treated by keeping the elbow immobile in a splint or sling for 1 to 3 weeks, followed by early motion exercises.
If the elbow is kept immobile for a long time, the ability to move the elbow fully (range of motion) may be affected.
Conservative Approach
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Surgical Approach
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See below the two treatment approaches for a patient who has fractured elbow.
Fig 1: Basic Treatment
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Fig 2: Action Rehab Hand Therapy Clinic Treatment
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Call us on (07) 3205 7019 for an appointment, or schedule an appointment online by clicking the button below.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT THERAPIST FOR FRACTURED ELBOW
Fractured Elbow is complex and can lead to serious complications and frustrations if not treated appropriately.
Choosing the right hand Therapist starts with them being able to read your X-rays and then fabricate the right brace for you. The therapists at Action Rehab Hand Therapy Clinic are experienced in assessing and reading X-rays.
Our therapists do regular GP and Emergency Doctor training and can advise on the most appropriate action for your fractured elbow treatment.
Known for providing treatment for fractured elbow and other hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder injuries Action Rehab Hand Therapy Clinic are the hand therapists that Melbourne trusts.
To make an appointment, enquire, or find your closest location call us on (07) 3205 7019 or schedule an appointment online.
FRACTURED ELBOW FAQS
Dislocated Elbow is the most common injury seen at Northside Hand & Upper Limb Clinic. Dislocated Elbow is a common sports related injury and Northside Hand & Upper Limb Clinic are experts in sports trauma.
Dislocated Elbow is caused by a ball or a force to the end of the finger while a person is trying to straighten it.
Dislocated Elbow takes about 6-8 weeks to recover but depending on the type of mallet (fracture or not) it may take longer. Weirdly Dislocated Elbow injuries without a fracture take longer to heal.
No generally Dislocated Elbow does not require surgery and in some cases surgery can make it worse. Northside Hand & Upper Limb Clinic therapists can assess the X-ray and can advise if your Dislocated Elbow injury needs surgery.
Dislocated Elbow can be a serious injury. You should always see a Hand Therapist if you have a Dislocated Elbow injury because they are much more complicated than you think.
No it will not go away. It will get worse. You will get a Swan Neck deformity and possibly arthritis if you do not treat it. Treatment is always required with Dislocated Elbow.
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT NOW
Action Rehab Hand Therapy Clinic provide assessment and treatment for all conditions relating to the upper limb, including fractured elbow. Come and see our highly qualified and friendly staff today at a location convenient to you.
