How Do You Reduce An Annular Ligament Subluxation?
Annular ligament subluxation, or “nursemaid’s elbow” is a type of dislocation in the elbow that can happen in children under 5. The annular ligament in the elbow is thin and delicate in small children, and it can easily move out of place and cause a child pain and trouble moving his or her elbow. While a visit to the doctor’s office for treatment of annular ligament subluxation costs about $400, it is sometimes possible to maneuver the ligament back into place at home if your child has a history of annular ligament subluxation, and if there are no complications that would make the procedure unsafe. Read on to learn how to reduce an annular ligament subluxation in your child’s right arm. Step 1 Call your child’s physician to make sure it is safe to do this procedure. Step 2 Place the child on another adult’s lap so that he is facing towards you. Step 3 Grasp the child’s right hand with your right hand. Step 4 Put your left hand under the child’s right elbow to support the elbow. Step 5
