<s>[INST] My son fell on his elbow and another child fell on top of his arm. It happened just yesterday so it s still swollen and squishy around his elbow? He complains it hurts when he stretches his elbow? Any suggestions on if I should take him to see a doctor. [/INST] Hello, Usually, kids have growing bones and are quite flexible. This types of pain go away with simple hot water fermentation and crêpe bandage. But to be on a safer side an x-ray is advised as bones are still into the growing stages and the bone end plates are prone to have inflammation, and that is the reason your son is complaining about pain at the elbow anterior aspect. Taking x-ray will be of choice. Post which support of elbow brace and hot water fermentation is advised. Slow and low-intensity range of motion exercises along with careful Strengthening will help improve the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In Chat Doctor.  </s>