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Dislocation



Radial head injury
Radial head injury
Dislocation of the hip
Dislocation of the hip
Shoulder joint
Shoulder joint


Dislocation

Alternative Names:

Joint dislocation


Prevention:

Preventing injuries in children:

  • Teach children how to be safe and look out for themselves.
  • Create a safe environment around your home.
  • Pay careful attention to preventing falls by gating stairways and keeping windows closed and locked.
  • Supervise children carefully. There is no substitute for close supervision, no matter how safe the environment or situation appears to be.


Preventing dislocations in adults:

  • Wear protective gear when participating in contact sports.
  • Avoid falls by not standing on chairs, counter tops, or other unstable objects.
  • Eliminate throw rugs, especially for the elderly.

For all age groups:

  • Keep a first-aid kit handy.
  • Use non-skid mats on the bottom of the bathtubs and avoid bath oils.
  • Use handrails on staircases.
  • Remove electrical cords from floor surfaces.

References:

Browner, BD. Skeletal Trauma: Basic Science, Management, and Reconstruction. 3rd Ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders; 2003:1629-1630.




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