Radial Head Fracture Surgery
Procedure
With more seriously displaced radial head fractures, surgery may be prescribed to help stabilize the fracture or to possibly excise or replace the radial head.
Several factors help determine which type of treatment is appropriate, including the number of bone fragments, possible injury to other ligaments or bones around the elbow, and the relative activity level of the patient.
If it is determined that the radial head fracture needs to be excised, an implant may be put in its place to ensure elbow stability. This would be necessary if the other bones or ligaments have been damaged. The removal of the radial head in an isolated radial head injury may be well tolerated.
Recovery
Early movement to stretch and bend the elbow is necessary to avoid stiffness.
Even the simplest of fractures may result in some loss of movement in the elbow.
Regardless of the type of fracture or the treatment used, exercises to restore movement and strength will be needed before resuming full activities.
Conservative Treatment Options
Treatment Highlights
Tenex FAST Procedure
Tenex FAST Procedure
Tenex FAST procedure is an innovative procedure utilized by Dr. Paul Abeyta to address Tennis Elbow – Elbow Epicondylitis injuries and accelerate the treatment options available to patients.
Procedure Advantages:
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Removes damaged tissue through a microincision and stimulates healing response. Uses gentle ultrasonic technology
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Involves no general anesthesia or stitches. Local anesthetic (numbing medicine) only. Twenty minutes or less to perform. No need for physical therapy or additional treatments. Your individual results may vary.
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Full return to normal activity in 6 weeks or less. Your individual results may vary.
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