A softball catcher complains of loss of motor function of her fingers and sensory loss in her forearm. Her fingers are also beginning to form a contracture. She had an elbow dislocation 3 weeks ago. What is probably wrong with this athlete?
A) Brachial plexus injury
B) Volkmann's contracture
C) Carpal tunnel syndrome
D) Olecranon fracture
E) Rupture of the extensor muscles of the wrist

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Volkmann's contracture is a condition that results from inadequate blood flow to the forearm, often due to a complication of a fracture or dislocation, such as an elbow dislocation. It leads to muscle and nerve damage in the forearm, causing loss of motor function, sensory loss, and contractures in the fingers.

A Softball Catcher Complains of Loss of Motor Function of Her