Elbow Conditions
Elbow Conditions
Elbow pain can be very frustrating because we use our elbows in many ways. Our elbow joints allow us to extend and flex and rotate our hands and forearms. It is difficult to describe which movement brings on the pain since most movements combine these actions.
Common elbow pain types are the ‘tennis elbow’ and ‘golfer’s elbow’. Although the name would lead most to believe these will only occur in keen tennis players and golfers, this is not the case. These injuries can occur due to many physical activities such as rowing, swimming, weightlifting and repetitive work tasks in many other occupations.
Complete recovery may take months, depending on the location and severity of the elbow injury and pain.
Symptoms & Causes of ​Elbow Conditions
Some elbow conditions symptoms are:
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Dull ache when at rest
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Pain when making a fist (golfer’s elbow)
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Pain when opening the fingers (tennis elbow)
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Soreness around the affected elbow bump
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Weak grip
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Difficulties and pain when trying to grasp objects, especially with the arm stretched out
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​The causes of elbow conditions are:
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Broken arm
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Dislocated elbow
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Golfer’s elbow
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Osteoarthritis (a disease that causes the breakdown of joints)
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Osteochondritis dissecans
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Tendinitis
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Tennis elbow
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Throwing injuries
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Trapped nerves
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Overuse of elbows
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Repetitive hand, wrist or arm movements (e.g., sports injuries, gaming, work-related injuries)
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Referred pain
Treatment for ​Elbow Conditions
Our physiotherapists at Fizo Kare Physiotherapy Centre have the expertise to diagnose and treat elbow conditions. In addition, we will provide a strengthening programme for the forearm muscles. We will also ensure that other body parts such as the neck, upper back, and shoulder are optimal to reduce the likelihood of the elbow pain recurring.