Factors Influencing Time to Return of Elbow Motion in Completely Displaced and Flexion Type Pediatric Supracondylar Humeral Fractures

Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America 2026 Open access

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Authors: Akbar Nawaz Syed, Pooja Balar, Margaret A. Bowen, Divya Talwar, Jason Brett Anari, John Todd R. Lawrence
DOI: 10.1016/j.jposna.2026.100328
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Abstract

Background: Factors influencing the time to return of elbow motion have not been reported in extension-type III/IV and flexion-type supracondylar humeral (SCH) fractures. This study aims to identify factors influencing the time to return of elbow motion following operative pinning of these injuries. Methods: An IRB-approved retrospective study was conducted of patients

Fields of Study & Subjects

Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment Bone fractures and treatments Shoulder Injury and Treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
Volume
15
Pages
100328–100328
Publication date
20 January 2026
Language
EN