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Can A Fractured Elbow Heal Without The Use Of Plaster?

I have got a fracture in my right elbow bone due to a fall from the table. The doctor has advised to not immobilize it and apply ice to cure the internal swelling. He has also prescribed a Vitamin D tablets (once a week) and pain killers(as and when required).However I am not being able to fully extend or contract my elbow. If i try to straighten or contract it up slowly, it pains. I need to know if not going for a plaster is a right decision. And, will i be able to move it perfectly once the bone joins.
Thu, 26 May 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
you have not mentioned your age and which part of elbow has fractured and since how many days.. i dont think if there is really a fracture ... it will heal without a plaster or open reduction . and you should not try to straightain or contract now.... and should wait minimum of 3 weeks before moblizing your elbow
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Can A Fractured Elbow Heal Without The Use Of Plaster?

you have not mentioned your age and which part of elbow has fractured and since how many days.. i dont think if there is really a fracture ... it will heal without a plaster or open reduction . and you should not try to straightain or contract now.... and should wait minimum of 3 weeks before moblizing your elbow