Subluxation of the radial head

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FLASH CARD

Radial head subluxation ( nursemaid's elbow)

Common in preschool children

Caused due to axial traction on forearm( pulling a child by the arm)
Arm in extension and pronation ( cry when arm is moved)

Treatment 
1)Closed reduction by forearm hyperpronation( preferred)
2)Forearm supination and elbow flexion( painful)


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