Die einfache Ellenbogenluxation – Assessment und Rehabilitation

Ist eine einfache Ellenbogenluxation diagnostiziert, wird diese zunächst unter Sedierung reponiert. Die meisten Patient*innen können danach konservativ behandelt werden, nur ca. 10% benötigen eine Operation. Die Physiotherapie gliedert sich in beiden Fällen in 3 Phasen, die abhängig von physischen Meilensteinen aufeinander aufbauen. Die Extension wird dabei zunächst auf 60° beschränkt. Eine enge Kommunikation zwischen dem ärztlichen und physiotherapeutischen Team ist für eine erfolgreiche Rehabilitation von größter Bedeutung.

Publication History

Article published online:
19 September 2025

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