Elbow
 

The elbow is the joint between the forearm and the upper arm.

Irritation and inflammation of the nerve (“neuritis”) on the inside portion of the elbow (the ulnar nerve) can lead to elbow pain, and numbness, tingling, and weakness of the involved hand....[Read More]
Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries can occur in athletes that place a lot of stress on the elbow joint, often while throwing....[Read More]
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a relatively uncommon combination of signs and symptoms stemming from compression of nervous or vascular structures between the first rib and collar bone. ...[Read More]
“Tennis elbow” (also called “lateral epicondylitis” or “lateral elbow tendinopathy”) is a common musculoskeletal condition affecting the outside (lateral) portion of the elbow....[Read More]
Radial Tunnel Syndrome (RTS) is a condition involving persistent pain in the outside elbow and forearm. The location of pain is similar to tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)....[Read More]
Pronator Syndrome is caused by an entrapped median nerve in the elbow....[Read More]
Olecranon bursitis may be caused by an injury from hitting the point of the elbow. It can also be caused by overuse of the elbow or prolonged and repetitive pressure on the elbow, such as from resting it on a hard surface for long periods of time. ...[Read More]
“Little League Elbow” is a disorder of the inside portion of the elbow in young athletes....[Read More]
An elbow injury could occur suddenly from a fall or if it is twisted too hard. These injuries are common in football, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing, and many other sports....[Read More]
The biceps muscle helps to flex the elbow and rotate the forearm palm up....[Read More]
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is an uncommon pain condition, usually found in the arms and legs, which can develop after a fracture, surgery or other injury....[Read More]
 
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