Elbow Fractures An elbow fracture is a fracture at the tip of the elbow. This can happen as a result of trauma such as a direct blow, falling on the elbow or falling on an outstretched hand. It is a common childhood injury. Types of Elbow Fractures Olecranon fractures: The pointy tip of your elbow (the olecranon) is part of ...

Elbow Stiffness or Contractures Elbow Stiffness or Contractures of the elbow result in loss of motion and difficulty performing activities of daily living and may occur as a result of trauma, osteoarthritis, elbow surgery, or a congenital condition. The elbow is a joint that is easily complicated by stiffness after injury or disease. This is because the elbow actually comprises ...

Tennis or Golfers Elbow Tennis or Golfer’s elbow is a condition that causes pain where the tendons of your forearm muscles attach to the bony bump on the inside of your elbow. The pain might spread into your forearm and wrist. Golfer’s elbow is similar to tennis elbow, which occurs on the outside of the elbow. It’s not limited to ...

Elbow pain Elbow pain is often caused by overuse or injury. Many sports, hobbies and jobs require repetitive hand, wrist or arm movements. Elbow pain can be the result of problems with bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments or joints. Elbow pain may occasionally be due to arthritis. But in general, your elbow joint is much less likely to have wear-and-tear damage ...

Elbow Ligament Sprains or Tears Elbow Ligament Sprains or Tears(UCL Injury) is an inner elbow injury. It’s most commonly an overuse injury and most famously known for being a baseball pitcher’s injury. If you have a UCL injury you will feel pain and tenderness at your elbow. Treatments include rest, ice, medications and physical therapy. Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) is ...

Dislocation or separation of Elbow Dislocation of Elbow occurs when the humerus, ulna and radius (the elbow bones) move out of place where they meet at the elbow joint. This usually occurs when an individual breaks a fall with an outstretched hand while the arm is held straight. A dislocated elbow happens when any of the three bones in your ...

Bursitis of Elbow Bursitis of Elbow occurs in the elbow joint. It’s usually caused by overuse from your job or activities like sports. You’ll probably only need at-home treatments to help your bursa heal. Most people recover in three to six weeks. Elbow bursitis is painful swelling around your elbow joint. Specifically, it’s inflammation in the olecranon bursa — the ...

Arthritis of Elbow Arthritis of Elbow occurs when the cartilage in the elbow becomes worn or damaged. Damage can occur from overuse due to age and repetitive activities, or as a result of an injury, such as a fracture or dislocation. Elbow arthritis can be extremely painful and can interfere with daily tasks that involve bending your arm. If elbow ...