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Is it possible to have something trapped inside a joint after an accident and prevent the movement?

April 26, 2017Anatomyanatomy

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Anonymous Posted

Is it possible to have something trapped inside a joint after an accident and prevent the movement?

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Madison Simon Posted

Yes, it is possible to have something trapped inside of your joint, either shrapnel from the car accident or perhaps a piece of splintered bone if you broke anything. However, more likely than not, you simply stressed a joint and should check with your doctor.