Patient's question:
The baby is one year old, and the right arm cannot move. We have taken them to the doctor, who said it's a slight fracture of the elbow joint. It hasn't been resolved yet, and the doctor just told me to supplement calcium. But after two days, the arm still can't move. What should we do?Doctor's answer:
Children's radial annular ligament is not fully developed during growth, making it prone to meniscus injury during pulling, hence the name "pulled elbow." It can be easily (repositioned), but there is a possibility of meniscus injury after (repositioning). Therefore, it is crucial to be very careful in the future. Regarding pain, it may be due to tissue damage during the meniscus injury when pulling. As the child grows older and their bones strengthen, the condition will naturally improve. It is recommended to have the child consume foods rich in calcium and get more sun exposure.