Prognostic Factors of Function in Nonoperatively Treated Radial Head Fractures - A Prospective Cohort Study.

While most non-operatively treated radial head fractures heal with excellent function, some patients still exhibit unsatisfactory results at 1-year. Symptoms of depression at injury baseline are a constant and significant predictor of unsatisfactory function. Early detection of depressive symptoms would allow interventions that may optimize function.