Open reduction can be effective for managing posterior elbow dislocations that remained unreduced for up to 6 months after the initial injury, according to a small study by researchers in India.

Dislocations of the elbow are the third most common joint dislocation. They are often associated with sports injuries in young and active persons, such as members of the military. The most common ...

Type 1: small marginal fractures which do not contribute appreciably to stability, and minimally (<2mm) displaced fractures that do not restrict forearm rotation, Type 2: larger, displaced (>2mm) ...

A dislocated elbow is a painful injury that requires medical treatment. With treatment, you should be able to restore function and range of motion to the arm. A dislocated elbow occurs when the bones ...