Undisplaced Radial Head Crack

6 and a half weeks ago, I fell during a roller derby practice resulting in an undisplaced crack in the radial head of my right arm. I was put in a sling for 4 weeks and then given some physio exercises. I have made an appointment to see a private physio this Friday. However I wanted to ask some advice here too. I've been told I'm 15 degrees, 5 degrees, and 10-20 degrees off full extension by different doctors/physios, so I'm confused as to what is correct. I can only just bend to touch my shoulder and only with pushing using my other arm. I'd like to return to roller derby (contact skating sport) so I wondered if I could have some advice on strengthening and effective physio, please? Thank you.

I would suggest you discuss your questions regarding your radial head fracture with your treating physiotherapist. Range of motion measurements can vary for an injury from day to day depending on a variety of factors such as the level of aggravation / swelling etc. in addition measurements will vary depending on the measuring method used (e.g. visual / goniometer etc.) and between practitioners based on anatomical land marks used. You may be interested in checking out the above link for detailed information on these injuries.

Hope that helps,

PhysioAdvisor
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