Targeted exercises as part of physiotherapy after an elbow dislocation are of crucial importance for successful rehabilitation. The elbow joint loses a lot of muscle strength due to immobilization after repositioning and stiffens due to lack of movement. The goal of physiotherapy is to relax the muscles and mobilize the elbow through manual therapy and … ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
Exercises Depending on the stage of rehabilitation, different exercises for reconstruction of the elbow joint are possible. Some of the exercises are described below as examples. 1) Strengthening and mobility Stand upright and carry a light weight (e.g. a small water bottle) in your hand. In the starting position the upper arm is close to … Exercises | ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
Classification In case of an existing elbow dislocation, doctors will classify the injury. This depends on the direction in which the dislocation is present. This results in the following classifications: posterior (back) posterolateral (ulna and radius next to the humerus) posteromedial (ulna and radius centered on the humerus) anterior (front) divergent (ulna and radius both … Classification | ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
Orthosis The use of an orthosis is becoming increasingly important in the treatment of elbow dislocation. The assumption that successful therapy should be accompanied by early mobilization means that the use of a plaster cast for immobilization is becoming more and more obsolete. An orthosis in general is a medical aid which is intended to … Orthosis | ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
The elbow connects the forearm, or the two forearm bones with the upper arm. The elbow joint is formed by three partial joints, which function together as a unit. The bony structure allows mainly movement in flexion and extension. Injuries in this area are mostly caused by overstrain or external violent influences and accidents. In … Physiotherapy for diseases of the elbow
Chassaignac palsy occurs primarily in young children up to four years of age. In this case, the so-called head of the radius in the elbow joint is dislocated. This is only possible in toddlers, because from the age of four the radial head reaches its final size. Basically, a distinction is made between Chassaignac’s palsy … Chassaignac Palsy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Synonyms: elbow dislocation, elbow dislocation, elbow dislocationAn elbow dislocation is a complete displacement of the parts involved in the elbow joint. This includes the sliding of the articular surface of the humerus out of its hinge-like enclosure by the ulna and the loss of contact between the head of the radius and the humerus. Anatomy … Elbow luxation
Therapy In general, the joint should be repositioned as soon as possible, preferably within 6 hours. Otherwise there is a risk of vascular or nerve damage due to the close proximity. In the case of a dislocation without accompanying bony injuries, the aim is to reduce the joint and restore normal joint conditions. For this … Therapy | Elbow luxation
Complications Complications include vascular injuries in about 10% of cases. Especially in arterial vessels this is an acute emergency due to the high blood pressure there. Injuries to the nerves (ulnar, median and radial nerves) with paralysis of the musculature and loss of sensation of touch at typical locations also occur. In a not inconsiderable … Complications | Elbow luxation
The human forearm is formed by ulna and radius. In between, a thick layer of connective tissue (Membrana interossea antebrachii) stretches out, connecting the two bones. Together with the humerus, ulna and radius form the elbow joint (Articulatio cubiti) by bending and stretching. In addition, there are two articulated connections between the forearm bones, namely … Pain in the lower arm – what is the cause?
Pain on the outside of the forearm Pain in the forearm often occurs on the outside of the arm. This can be caused by various clinical pictures, some of which originate in the upper forearm or elbow or in the tendons and muscles further down. The cause of pain on the outside of the forearm … Pain on the outside of the forearm | Pain in the lower arm – what is the cause?
Pain in the right forearm There are the typical causes such as muscle tension or tendon irritation, which lead to pain in the forearm on both the right and left side. Right-handed people in particular suffer from tennis or golf elbow as well as tension due to writing too long on the right. People who … Pain in the right forearm | Pain in the lower arm – what is the cause?
