How to treat left ulnar-radioulnar joint subluxation

Patient's question:

The patient injured their left wrist accidentally a year ago. When discovered, there was a protrusion at the ulnar-radioulnar joint. Due to the absence of pain at the time, the patient did not seek medical attention promptly. Later, after practicing dance, the affected area frequently experienced pain, numbness, and swelling. The patient then sought treatment at the Department of Orthopedics and Hand Surgery of Qingdao Navy 401 Hospital. Based on the X-ray results, the doctors diagnosed the patient with a partial dislocation of the left ulnar-radioulnar joint. Due to the prolonged duration of the dislocation,

Doctor's answer:

First, manual reduction can be attempted. If the manual reduction is not ideal, surgical treatment will be necessary. It is recommended to undergo surgery at a hospital for treatment. Pay attention to postoperative care and prevent infection, which will gradually improve. Wishing you a speedy recovery. The occurrence of pediatric orthopedic diseases severely affects the patient's work. In addition to symptomatic treatment, patients need to pay more attention to daily care. They should eat more vegetables and fruits, consume more calcium-rich foods, and avoid or reduce the chances of occurrence.

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