Elbow pain may happen for many reasons, most of them related to overuse. At Congress Orthopaedic Associates in Pasadena and Arcadia, California, a team of renowned orthopedic surgeons offers comprehensive elbow pain care in the office, from diagnosis to pain relief. Click the online scheduling button or call the office nearest you to book your appointment now.
Your elbow joint contains three bones: the humerus, ulna, and radius. Cartilage covers each bone and tendons, ligaments, and muscles support smooth function. With many different parts, it’s not surprising that there are many different ways for elbow pain to occur.
Some of the most common conditions that cause elbow pain are:
In most cases, elbow pain occurs with overuse or wear-and-tear over time. Elbow pain usually appears suddenly and without any clear cause. But, occasionally a sports injury or other type of accident causes an injury like dislocation or fracture of the elbow bones.
Elbow pain can be constant or sporadic, but in either case, there are a few telltale signs that call for an appointment with Congress Orthopaedic Associates to receive an evaluation and treatment. Watch out for:
Unfortunately, elbow pain rarely resolves spontaneously, so it’s best to seek treatment before it becomes a truly debilitating issue that disrupts your whole life.
To treat elbow pain effectively, you need a diagnosis first. Congress Orthopaedic Associates has in-office imaging, including X-ray and MRI, to confirm your diagnosis after your initial exam. The specific treatment plan can vary depending on the root cause of your elbow pain, with common treatments being:
An elbow brace or cast is a common part of recovery, whether you have surgical or conservative treatment. Restricting joint movement allows you time to heal fully.
Medication can include pain-relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs to manage symptoms.
Congress Orthopaedic Associates has in-office physical therapy to help you move and function better with less elbow pain.
In some cases, injections of corticosteroids and anesthetics can decrease inflammation and pain for several months or more.
If other elbow pain solutions fail, surgery can repair elbow damage and restore your joint to full function. Congress Orthopaedic Associates uses the newest and most advanced surgical techniques to ensure the highest success rates.
Congress Orthopaedic Associates can personalize an elbow pain solution to alleviate your discomfort. Call the office nearest you or click the booking link for help now.