Elbow Care

Beacon Bone & Joint provides expert care elbow pain and conditions, such as tendonitis or tennis elbow. Because the elbow is involved in stretching, turning and bending your arm, pain in this air can be difficult to pinpoint. Our orthopedic specialists will work with you to determine if your pain is coming from your elbow or is due to a problem in your neck or shoulder. Whatever your cause and symptoms, our experienced bone and joint experts will work with you on a treatment plan that meets your needs.

Common elbow symptoms

Sports like tennis, golf and baseball involve arm movements that can wear on the tendons in your elbow. The same can happen at work. Jobs such as plumbing, painting, carpentry, and mechanics often involve repetitive movements. Orthopedic care teams also provide care for many other conditions, including osteoarthritis, bone fractures and arm weakness.

• Localized pain (aching, sharp, or burning), often worse with movement or gripping
• Tenderness at the inner or outer elbow
• Swelling and possible redness or warmth
• Stiffness or limited range of motion
• Weakness in the forearm, wrist, or hand
• Tingling or numbness (especially into the ring and little fingers)

Common elbow conditions we treat

When patients experience a problem with the elbow due to overuse that has caused inflammation or injured tendons, Beacon’s bone and joint specialists will narrow down the cause and issue you are experiencing. Some conditions include:

• Tennis elbow – an overuse injury affecting tendons on the outside of the elbow.
• Golfer’s elbow – an overuse injury of tendons on the inside of the elbow.
• Olecranon bursitis – inflammation of the fluid-filled bursa, located at the tip of the elbow.
• Cubital tunnel syndrome or ulnar neuropathy – occurs with nerve compression in the inner elbow causing numbness/tingling.
• Tendonitis / tendinopathy – inflammation or degeneration of elbow tendons.
• Elbow fractures – a break in one of the elbow bones; often occurs from a trauma.
• Ligament injuries (sprains/tears including UCL injury) – damage to elbow ligaments; common in throwing sports.
• Overuse injuries – broad category including repetitive stress conditions.
• Arthritis (osteoarthritis or inflammatory types) – a degenerative or immune-mediated joint disease.
• Radial tunnel syndrome – compression of the radial nerve causing pain similar to tennis elbow.
• Growth plate injuries / Little League Elbow (in youth athletes) – stress injury to the elbow growth plate. 

Elbow treatments

Beacon Bone & Joint provides expert care for common and uncommon elbow conditions. With both non-surgical and surgical treatments tailored to each patient’s needs, our specialists will get you moving again.

• Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation (RICE) to allow healing and lessen inflammation
• Over-the-counter pain relievers
• Bracing or splinting – might include wrist splints or elbow pads
• Physical or occupational therapy
• Lifestyle and ergonomic adjustments – at home or work, such as a better computer desk set-up
• Corticosteroid injections for inflammation relief
• Minimally invasive or surgical procedures
• Aspiration or drainage – For significant bursitis with fluid buildup

Get expert care for your elbows

Elbows are on the move all day long and a painful joint can hinder your active lifestyle. Early evaluation by a Beacon Bone & Joint specialists can prevent pain from becoming worse and help you return to the activities you enjoy sooner. Schedule an appointment today to get personalized care from our experienced team.

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