S57: Crushing injury of forearm

Crushing injuries of the forearm refer to a group of traumatic conditions that may result because of a mechanical force causing compression of the arm between two objects. These can be caused by severe accidents, such as car crashes or work-related incidents involving heavy machinery. They often result in significant damage to the soft tissues such as muscles, nerves, and blood vessels, as well as possible fracture or dislocation of the bones in the forearm. Symptoms can range from moderate pain, swelling and bruising, to more severe symptoms like numbness or inability to move the affected arm, and in some cases, visible deformity. These injuries can cause complications like nerve damage, compartment syndrome, and long-term functional impairment, if not treated promptly and effectively. Despite their complex and variable nature, they are typically identified by the context of injury and symptoms, and confirmed by medical imaging techniques like X-ray or MRI.