Question

a 5 year old is brought to your office with a complaint of left elbow pain and inability to use his arm. when asked to give you a high five, he uses his right hand and maintains the left hand immobile. which of the following is the most likely diagnosis for this patient? a) tennis elbow b) little leagues elbow c) little golfers elbow d) nursemaids elbow

Explanation:

Nursemaid's elbow (also known as radial head subluxation) is common in young children (typically under 5 - 6 years old). It often occurs due to a traction injury (such as pulling on the arm). The child presents with pain and reluctance to use the affected arm. Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is more common in adults from overuse of forearm muscles. Little league's elbow is an overuse injury in young baseball - throwing children. Little Golfer's elbow is not a commonly recognized pediatric elbow condition like nursemaid's elbow in this age - group and presentation.

Answer:

d) Nursemaid's elbow