Radial Head and Neck Fractures:

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Radial head and neck fractures
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X-Ray showing screw fixation

Pain is usually worse with forearm rotation (turning the palm up and down).

Undisplaced fractures are treated with an above elbow cast for 4-6 weeks followed by gradual mobilisation.

Displaced fractures are treated with plates and/or screws.

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