Pulled elbow!! Do not hold your child from wrist!! A pulled elbow is a common injury among children under the age of five. It is also sometimes called nursemaid’s elbow. A pulled elbow is a result of the lower arm (radius bone) becoming partially dislocated (slipping out) of its normal position at the elbow joint.A pulled elbow is caused by a sudden pull on a child's lower arm or wrist, for example when a child is lifted up by one arm. To prevent a pulled elbow, make sure you don't pick your chi

A pulled elbow, also known as nursemaid’s elbow, is a common injury in young children (typically under five years old) where the radius (one of the forearm bones) slips out of its normal position at the elbow joint. It often occurs when a child’s arm is pulled or lifted suddenly by the hand or wrist. The child may hold their arm slightly bent and avoid using it due to pain. A healthcare professional can usually treat it with a simple maneuver to reposition the bone. #pulledelbow #ligament #injur