When it comes to chewing gum, it's the type of gum you chew that makes a difference in whether it's helpful or harmful to your teeth. While chewing gum containing sugar may actually increase your chances of developing a cavity, there is clinical evidence that demonstrates just the opposite for sugar-free gum.
The olecranon process is the prominent bony projection of the ulna bone that can be felt at the elbow. Hook-like in shape, it is the structure that curves around the bottom of the humerus bone in the upper arm and encapsulates the elbow joint. It also is the site of attachment for several muscles of the arm.
Treatment for an olecranon fracture depends upon the severity of the injury. Some simple fractures can be treated by wearing a splint until the bone heals. In most olecranon fractures, however, the pieces of bone move out of place when the injury occurs. For these fractures, surgery is required to restore both the normal anatomy of the elbow and motion in the joint.