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Surgical and non-surgical treatment for dislocation of the elbow

Last updated Friday, July 29, 2005

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Rehabilitation

What types of physical therapy do patients require after for simple and complex elbow dislocations.?

Typically, the patient cannot perform any heavy lifting activities for at least six weeks following surgery. During the first six weeks to three months, the primary focus is on regaining motion. Following fracture healing and restoration of a functional range of motion, strengthening and work-hardening or preparing for work exercises are begun. Patients may need to be off work for four to six months or longer depending on the injury and their job requirements.

What options exist for rehabilitation after for simple and complex elbow dislocations.?

After elbow fracture-dislocation surgery, patients typically require the assistance of a therapist at least two to three times per week. However, exercises need to be performed at home at least three to four times per day. Splinting to improve flexing or extension may be required.

Can this rehabilitation after for simple and complex elbow dislocations. be done at home?

Exercises after elbow fracture-dislocation surgery need to be performed at home at least three to four times per day. Splinting to improve flexing or extension may be required.

What is the usual response to rehabilitation after for simple and complex elbow dislocations.?

Following elbow fracture-dislocation surgery, patients typically regain a functional range of motion within the first six to eight weeks.

Are there risks to rehabilitation after for simple and complex elbow dislocations.?

The biggest risk is not performing post-operative rehabilitation. By not complying with their prescribed exercise program and recovery guidelines, patients will reduce the likelihood of a successful outcome.

How long will rehabilitation after for simple and complex elbow dislocations. need to be continued?

Following elbow fracture-dislocation surgery, typically three to six months of therapy is required.

How long after for simple and complex elbow dislocations. will patients be able to return to ordinary daily activities?

The length of time it takes to return to daily activities after elbow fracture-dislocation surgery depends on the injury severity and whether or not the injury affected the patient’s dominant arm.

After full recovery and rehabilitation from for simple and complex elbow dislocations., what are the limitations on the patient?

After full recovery from elbow fracture-dislocation surgery, there are no limitations on the patient.

How can the costs of rehabilitation after for simple and complex elbow dislocations. be anticipated?

The surgeon and therapist should provide information on the usual cost of rehabilitation. The program is usually cost effective as it is based predominately on home exercises.

Surgery for Simple and complex elbow dislocations. at the University of Washington

If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4288 (outside the Seattle area: 800-440-3280) to make an appointment.

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