Elbow Injuries | Physiotherapy NOW

Tendinitis, also known as tennis elbow or golfer's elbow, is a common cause of elbow pain. It occurs when the tendons in the elbow become inflamed or injured due to repetitive motions or overuse of the joint. Here's some additional information about tendinitis of the elbow:

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<p> Physiotherapist, discusses what types of injuries cause elbow pain and how are they treated.</p>

Physiotherapist, discusses what types of injuries cause elbow pain and how are they treated.

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True/False - Quiz: Do You Understand Elbow Injuries?

Quiz: Do You Understand Elbow Injuries?

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Bursitis can cause elbow pain.

Explanation:

There are a number of causes of elbow pain, including ligament sprain, bursitis, bone injury or a nerve irritation local to the elbow or referred from the neck, upper back or shoulder.

Pain felt along the outer aspect of the elbow or forearm is known as golfer's elbow.

Explanation:

Pain felt along the outer aspect of the elbow or forearm is known as extensor tendinopathy, or more commonly referred to as tennis elbow. Pain experienced on the inner aspect of the elbow or forearm is typically known as flexor tendinopathy or golfer’s elbow.

Stretching the muscle may be an effective treatment for elbow pain.

Explanation:

There are a number of treatment options for elbow injuries and pain, including stretching the muscle or conditioning the muscle around the scar tissue to increase blood flow to the area to help heal.

Surgery is usually the first treatment for elbow injuries.

Explanation:

Surgery can be an option for elbow injuries, however, it’s usually reserved for patients who have undergone other treatments and still remain symptomatic beyond six months. Surgery involves excising the scar tissue around the area that’s painful and allowing blood flow to come in to heal this process.

A physiotherapist can help you create an appropriate treatment plan.

Explanation:

A physiotherapist can perform an assessment to determine an appropriate treatment plan to help you reduce pain and regain your normal strength and function.

Elbow Pain Injuries & How Are They Treated?

Elbow pain can have various causes, including the ones you mentioned such as ligament sprain, bursitis, bone injuries like fractures or dislocations, and nerve irritation. These conditions often require medical attention, and consulting with a local family physician is indeed a good starting point for diagnosis and treatment.