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Olecranon fracture
The mechanism of injury is a direct blow to the olecranon, often from a fall. These fractures typically occur in adults. The olecranon is essential for triceps strength and normal extension of the elbow.
The mechanism of injury is a direct blow to the olecranon, often from a fall. These fractures typically occur in adults. The olecranon is essential for triceps strength and normal extension of the elbow.