Fractured Olecranon Process of Ulna

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Definition:
A break, especially the breaking of a bone or cartilage in the olecranon process of ulna.
Symptoms
  • Sudden, intense pain
  • Inability to straighten elbow
  • Swelling over the bone site
  • Bruising around the elbow
  • Tenderness to the touch
  • Numbness in one or more fingers
  • Pain with movement of the joint
Causes
  • Fall onto elbow
  • Direct blow to elbow
  • Fall onto an outstretched arm
Treatment
  • Period of immobilization
  • Progress to ROM and stretching exercises
  • Hand intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Upper extremity strengthening

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