Author: Sarah Edwards / Editor: Fiona Mendes / Reviewer: Sarah Edwards / Codes: / Published: 22/04/2023
An 8-year-old presents to the emergency department (ED) after falling on his elbow. He was sliding down a slide and slipped off landing on his elbow. He is holding his elbow and tells you that “it feels sore”.
When you examine him, he has a tender swollen elbow. Also, of note, you realise he is unable to pinch/grab things between his index finger and his thumb. He is able to perform all other movements using his hand.
