Symptoms
Elbow pain. Elbow pain can occur whenever particular activity is performed such as bending, lifting, turning or twisting the elbow. In certain conditions it can also hurt during rest. The area of pain is also an important characteristic which helps in understanding which structure in and around the elbow has been affected.
- Swelling: Swelling indicates that the elbow joint is irritated. This can be due to mechanical causes such as rubbing, inflammation due to wear and tear or injury to the internal structures.
- Stiffness: Stiffness can be due to swelling or muscle tightness. If stiffness is not allowing to straighten the elbow, it means that something is mechanically blocking the knee from straightening.
- Instability: Instability occurs when one or more ligaments of the knee are unable to support the elbow.
Conditions
Injuries
- Elbow UCL Ligament Injury
- Multiligament Injury
- Elbow Dislocations
- Fracture around the Elbow joint (Intra-articular fractures)
- Biceps tendon tear (insertion)
Wear & Tear
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer's Elbow
- Triceps tendinopathy
- Osteochondritis Dissecans Elbow
- Loose body
Infection
- Septic Arthritis
Inflammation
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Olecranon Bursitis
Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Elbow
When to see a Doctor ?
- Unable to bear weight
- Unable to straighten the elbow
- Redness and swelling of elbow
- Persistent pain
Prevention of Elbow pain
- Maintaining flexibility and elasticity of the muscles
- Regular exercises and stretches
- Avoid prolonged use of wrist (desktop / mobile use)
