Ortho Case of the Week – Elbow, Ankle, and Jaw Dislocations
This should be easy, since we’re a joint residency.
Case 1: A 24-year-old female BIBEMS for left ankle pain and deformity after tripping while stepping off a sidewalk.
1. Describe your interpretation of the x-ray above.
2. How would you reduce this?
3. How would you manage this patient after reduction? How would you immobilize them?
Case 2: An 18-year-old male BMT presents with left elbow pain and deformity after tripping and landing on his outstretched hand during land nav.
4. Describe the x-ray above.
5. How would you reduce this?
6. How would you manage this patient after reduction? How would you immobilize them?