Arm Injuries
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Is your arm twisted, bent out of shape, or out of its normal position after an injury?
See significance of an arm that is twisted, bent out of shape, or out of its normal position if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Note: If you think you have broken or dislocated a bone in your arm, use a splint
to keep your arm from moving. Keep your arm propped up and supported while someone takes you to the doctor. Do not try to drive.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Does your arm look twisted, bent out of shape, or out of its normal position?
Yes Do you have a cut, scrape, or puncture wound on your arm and think you may have broken or dislocated the bone under it?
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Did your arm pop, move, or get pulled out of its normal position and then return to its normal position?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Sydney Youngerman-Cole, RN, BSN, RNC | Last Updated: August 31, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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