Cause of acute upper extremity immobility and elbow injury in young children that results from axial traction on an extended arm
Also called “nursemaid’s elbow,” “babysitter’s elbow,”...
Child suddenly not using one arm, frequently with unknown mechanism
More commonly left arm
May describe an injury occurring when a caregiver holds the child’s arm and the child pulls aw...
Hyperpronation method:
Support the elbow with one ha...
Prevention with lifting technique; avoid pulling child’s arm.
Teach caregivers reduction ...
Aylor M, Anderson JM, Vanderford P, et al. Videos in clinical medicine. Reduction of pulled elbow. N Engl J Med. 2014;371(21):e32. [View Abstract on OvidInsights]
Bexkens R, Wa...
S53.03 Nursemaid’s elbow
S53.032 Nursemaid’s elbow, left elbow
S53.031 Nursemaid’s elbow, right elbow
S53.033 Nursemaid’s elbow, unspecified elbow
S53.031A Nursemaid...
Q: Are radiographs required if mechanism is unknown prior to performing attempted reduction?
A: If arm is held in classic position, close to body, minimally flexed at elbow and forearm pronated, wi...
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