Ligaments are like ropes that connect the bones. When the ligaments attached to the bones of the arms are injured, this is called an arm sprain. The Injury is usually a tear in a ligament.
An arm Fracture occurs when the bones in the arm are broken or cracked. Fractures account for about 10-15 % of injuries in children.
Arm pain
Painful to move arm
Arm is bruised or swollen
Tenderness of the arm
Sprain:
- Stretched or torn ligament caused by a twist Injury of the
arm.