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Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
Text Box: Fracture / Dislocation An elbow fracture is a break that involves 1 or more of the 3 arm bones where they work together to form the elbow joint.  more... An elbow dislocation occurs when the bones of the forearm (the radius and ulna) move out of place compared with the bone of the upper arm (the humerus).  more... Ulnar Nerve Injury Ulnar nerve dysfunction involves impaired movement or sensation in the wrist and hand caused by damage to the ulnar nerve.  more... Biceps or Triceps Rupture A tendon is the fibrous tissue that attaches muscle to bone in the human body. The forces applied to a tendon may be more than 5 times your body weight. In some rare instances, tendons can snap or rupture.  more... Golfer's / Racquetball Elbow (medial epicondylitis) Golfer's elbow - also known as medial epicondylitis - is pain and inflammation on the inner side of the elbow, where the tendons of the forearm muscles attach to the bony bump on the inside of the elbow (medial epicondyle). The pain may spread into your forearm and wrist.  more... Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis) "Tennis elbow" is a common term for a condition caused by overuse of arm and forearm muscles that results in elbow pain. You don't have to play tennis to get this, but the term came into use because it can be a significant problem for some tennis players.  more...

Elbow injuries are common in both adults and children. Early recognition and treatment of an elbow injury can reduce the risk of complications and later disability. Any serious injury of the elbow deserves medical attention.

Elbow Injuries