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Elbow Pain

Our elbow is a vital part of the arm as it allows us to grab items and be able to turn and twist the hand and be able to bring the object up and down, as well as placing them down with control and precision. it is crucial for daily upper body functioning, and we use it for everything from being able to eat and clean to being able to open doors and have access to all the tools required to live life on a day-to-day basis. As such the elbow can become prone to suffer from damage and offer use and due to the importance of micro movements when utilising the joint, we become more debilitated when the elbow become injured.

Elbow - Possible Causes of Pain

Burstitis

Bursitis

Bursitis describes the inflammation and irritation of the bursa which is a small sac filled with fluid that cushions impact whilst moving as well as lubricating the join, allowing smooth movement of the joint. Ankle The Bursa’s in the ankle…

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Forearm Pain

Golfer’s Elbow

Golfer’s elbow also known as medial epicondylitis refers to the overuse strain of the medial epicondyle tendon which is on the inside of the elbow joint. This irritation can be caused by overusing your forearm due to a repetitive or…

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Elbow Pain

Nerve Injury and Palsy

The radial nerve runs from the upper arm to the wrist and fingers. Its function is to control movements and allows sensation to occur which allows us to feel heat and pain which protects us from damaging our hands. Radial…

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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is also known as degenerative joint disease and the cause is usually wear and tear. This causes pain due to the cartilage between the joints begins to break down and change…

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Elbow Pain

Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow also known as lateral epicondylitis refers to the overuse strain of the lateral epicondyle tendon which is on the outside of the elbow joint. This irritation can be caused by overusing your forearm due to a repetitive or…

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