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I fell on ice and landed on my elbow. it is very painful. very hard to move without pain. cant use the muscle either. I have tried elevating it. very painful. cant get it to quit hurting no matter what I do when I lay down. tried ibuprofen, not much relief. is it sprained. cannot move from my side very far and can not lift it up
Dear patient Considering your case possibility of fracture of bones around elbow cannot be ruled out. I would advise Xray of involved elbow anteroposterior and lateral views to rule out bony abnormalities. Visit radiology center nearby you and get it done. If it shows fracture you need to consult expert orthopaedic surgeon nearby you. If it's normal do not worry. Apply ice packs frequently on elbow. Take tab diclofenac plus serratiopeptodase combination twice a day for 5 days. Wear elbow pouch for 2 weeks. You will be fine.
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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Elbow After A Fall
Dear patient Considering your case possibility of fracture of bones around elbow cannot be ruled out. I would advise Xray of involved elbow anteroposterior and lateral views to rule out bony abnormalities. Visit radiology center nearby you and get it done. If it shows fracture you need to consult expert orthopaedic surgeon nearby you. If it s normal do not worry. Apply ice packs frequently on elbow. Take tab diclofenac plus serratiopeptodase combination twice a day for 5 days. Wear elbow pouch for 2 weeks. You will be fine.