The maneuver used to reduce a radial head subluxation, commonly seen in young children, involves a specific technique to restore the annular ligament to its proper position. This usually entails supination of the forearm followed by flexion at the elbow, often accompanied by a palpable or audible click as the radial head relocates.
Prompt and effective reduction alleviates pain and restores normal arm function in the child. Understanding the mechanism of injury and the proper reduction technique minimizes discomfort and the need for further medical intervention. Historically, various methods were employed, but the supination-flexion technique is now widely considered the most efficient and least traumatic approach.
