Radial subluxation involves the partial dislocation of the head of the radial bone from the elbow joint. A spontaneous radial subluxation otherwise known as pulled elbow, babysitter's elbow, or nursemaids' elbow is a very common injury seen in young children. Here the annular ligament at the elbow joint suffers injury leading to dislocation of the radial head when the forearm is pulled forcefully.
Nursemaid's Elbow in Pediatrics
Radial head subluxation, another name for nursemaid's elbow, is a frequent ailment that usually affects children between the ages of one and four.
