Functional elbow arc ≈ 30–130° flexion and 50°/50° pronation–supination (Morrey). Common causes: trauma, HO, prolonged immobilization, intra‑articular fracture, infection. Initial treatment: therapy, static/dynamic splinting, CPM; MUA in early soft‑tissue contracture. Operative options: arthroscopic or open capsular release ± HO excision ± ulnar nerve transposition. Complications: recurrence, instability, nerve injury (ulnar), HO recurrence.
Case Presentation A 28-year-old male presented to the emergency department following a road traffic accident with severe pain and deformity of th...
Introduction Monteggia fracture refers to a fracture of the proximal or middle third of the ulna associated with dislocation of the radial head a...
Introduction Radial neck fractures represent approximately 5–10% of elbow injuries in children. They commonly occur following a fall on an...
What is the functional arc of motion at the elbow necessary for most activities of daily living?
Which of the following is a common cause of elbow stiffness?
What is the initial treatment for elbow stiffness?
In which case is it acceptable to perform contracture release earlier than 6 months post-injury?
Which classification system guides surgical planning based on the cause and pattern of elbow stiffness?
What complication is associated with ulnar nerve transposition during elbow stiffness release?
What is the primary restraint to elbow extension?
Which imaging modality is considered mandatory for surgical planning in elbow stiffness cases?
What is the most common type of elbow stiffness observed post-trauma?
Which of the following splinting techniques applies constant torque at the end range for treating elbow contractures?
