Crushing Injury of the Forearm

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Definition:
An injury caused by a crushing blow to the forearm is different from all other injuries in the amount and unpredictability of the damage that is caused, the amount of scar tissue and the time required for healing.
Symptoms
  • Pain in the forearm
  • Stiffness in the forearm, elbow, hand
  • Laceration
  • Possible fracture
Causes
  • Fall
  • Heavy object falling onto forearm
  • Direct blow
  • Motor vehicle accident
Treatment
  • Wound care
  • Possible surgical intervention
  • ROM and stretching exercises to forearm
  • Upper extremity strengthening
  • Posture program

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