Radial head fractures have a misleading name — it’s a common elbow injury, not a head injury. There are a few different radial head fracture types with various causes and ways to treat this ...

We report a case of bilateral undisplaced radial head fracture in a woman, following a simple fall. Early recognition, proper management, and physical therapy led to complete recovery and full ...

When trying to stop your fall, the force could be translated up the radius bone in the arm to the elbow resulting in a painful fracture of the radial head. Today’s article deals with the ...

Radial head fractures are frequently caused by trauma to the elbow. While the average length of time of disability following these injuries is 8.5 weeks, significant permanent disability may persist.

It’s especially recommended if the damage to your joint is caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis or a fracture of your radial head. If your bone quality is poor, you may be a better ...

What type of recovery regimen will he most likely undergo? First, radial “head” fractures, or fractures near the part of the bone near the elbow, are common and account for approximately a ...

He was hit by a pitch while batting. The X-rays and an MRI revealed a radial head fracture that was not out of place. The doctor said he did not need a cast but he had to be careful. The doctor ...

Jones, Stephen G. — Surgeon to Fracture Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital. For record and address of author see "This Week's Issue," page 945. Select the format you want to export the ...

Jones, Stephen G. — Surgeon to Fracture Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital. For record and address of author see "This Week's Issue," page 945. Select the format you want to export the ...