My mother in law fell Saturday on her elbow - we took her to the ER and they did x-rays - said it wasn t broken and pretty much sent her home. Well now her arm is bruising real bad all the way down to her hand / fingers. We called a nurse hotline and they just said to keep it elevated. Should we be worried?
Dear patient there is nothing to worry if X-ray is normal. Little bruising is common due to fall and injury to minor blood vessels with brushing and contusions. Do Ice fomentation frequently. Taking tab choral forte thrice a day before meals to reduce swelling. Wear crêpe bandage on the elbow. You will be fine in few days.