Deformities: Elbow

Presenting

This 57 year old woman fell, fractured her elbow, and had surgery while out of the country. This x-ray shows that the elbow is dislocated out of place; the two forearm bones are shifted inward relative to the upper arm bone. This right-handed patient had moderate to severe pain and was unable to use her arm for any activity that required lifting or movement of the elbow.

Result After Treatment by Dr. Brinker

This x-ray taken 5 months after surgery to implant a plate in one bone and a new joint surface in the other bone shows solid healing. The patient had full, pain-free motion of her elbow and had no limitations in the use of her arm.