Exclamation PointPlease call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.

Broken Arm Treatment

Call 911 if:

1. Stop the Bleeding if Necessary

 

2. Reduce Swelling

 

3. Immobilize Arm

For less serious injuries:

 

4. See a Health Care Provider Immediately

5. Follow Up

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Varnada Karriem-Norwood, MD on November 10, 2011