Elbow
The elbow joint allows your arms to bend and your hands to turn. However, its comparatively small size makes it prone to a variety of overuse injuries and fractures. The orthopaedic elbow specialists at Capital Orthopaedics provide a range of nonsurgical and surgical procedures to treat the various causes of elbow pain.
Our Specialists
Common Sources of Pain
The elbow is a complex joint composed of bones, ligaments and tendons that provide a unique range of motion. It is most susceptible to overuse injuries, as seen in athletes.
- Bursitis
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer's Elbow
- Repetitive Motion Disorders
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Elbow Fractures
Conditions & Diseases
- Biceps Tendon Tear/Strain
- Bursitis of the Elbow
- Chronic Elbow Instability
- Compartment Syndrome
- Elbow Arthritis
- Elbow Dislocation
- Elbow Fractures (Distal Humerus, Radial or Ulnar Head)
- Elbow Spurs
- Golfer’s Elbow - Medial Epicondylitis
- Olecranon Fracture
- Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow – Lateral Epicondylitis
- Throwing Injuries
- Triceps Tendon Rupture
- Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Tear
Treatments & Procedures
- Biceps Tendon Rupture Surgery
- Bursitis Impingement Surgery
- Closed Reduction (Elbow)
- Elbow Arthritis Surgery
- Elbow Fracture Surgery
- Golfer's Elbow - Medial Epicondylitis Surgery
- Non-Operative Elbow Bursitis Treatment
- Non-Operative Golfer’s Elbow Treatment
- Non-Operative Tennis Elbow Treatment
- Non-Operative Treatment for Elbow Fractures
- Olecranon Fracture Surgery
- Orthobiologics
- Radial Head Fracture Surgery
- Tenex FAST Procedure
- Tennis Elbow – Lateral Epicondylitis Surgery
- Triceps Tendon Repair
Treatment & Procedures
- Autograft (UCL Tear)
- Biceps Tendon Rupture Surgery
- Bursitis Impingement Surgery
- Closed Reduction (Elbow)
- Elbow Bursitis Treatment
- Elbow Fracture Surgery
- Elbow Spur Treatment
- Non Operative Elbow Fracture Treatment
- Olecranon Fracture Surgery
- Orthobiologics
- Radial Head Fracture Surgery
- Tennis Elbow – Lateral Epicondylitis Surgery
- Triceps Tendon Repair
Non-Surgical Procedures
Prevention
While not all sources of elbow pain can be avoided, there are things you can do to help prevent chronic pain from overuse. These include:
- Stretch Before and After Exercise
- Strengthen Forearm Muscles
- Learn Proper Sport Techniques
The choice is capital
If you are suffering from joint or tissue pain, call the offices of Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine today or use the convenient online tool to request an appointment.
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