Radial Head Subluxation
Nursemaid's Elbow
📋Overview
Radial head subluxation, commonly known as nursemaid's elbow, is a partial dislocation of the radial head at the elbow joint. It is a common injury in young children caused by a sudden pull on an extended and pronated arm. The modern preferred term is radial head subluxation, which reflects the partial displacement of the radial head from its normal position at the elbow.
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