The elbow is a hinge joint with rotational abilities that allow a person to turn or twist the forearm. You can break your elbow around either the upper arm bone (humerus), the forearm (radius or ulna bones), or directly on the olecranon – which is the pointed bone at the tip of the elbow. The […]
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Little League Elbow
Little League elbow is an overuse injury that affects young athletes as a result of their placing too much pressure on the elbow in sports, usually among pitchers. The condition results in swelling and limited range of motion of the elbow, and it develops because the young arm is not yet fully developed. The repeated […]
Cubital and Radial Tunnel Syndrome
Having tingling sensations on your pinky and ring fingers might seem like a peculiarity that you can ignore and assume it’ll go away. This is especially true of people who engage in vigorous physical activity, as they might figure that the sensations are merely due to intense training. However, if these sensations continue, they might […]
What is Tennis Elbow?
Lateral epicondylitis is the medical term for tennis elbow, which is a condition that can even affect people who have never played tennis. Below, we discuss what you need to know about tennis elbow – what it is, its symptoms, and how best to treat it. Repetitive Strain Injury of the Elbow Tennis elbow is […]
Elbow Fractures: Causes and Treatment
We’ve all heard the term “I hit my funny bone” – but the humerus, ulna, and radius (the arm’s main structures) can all be susceptible to major injuries if they aren’t well-protected. It’s really no laughing matter. Elbow fractures can arise in a variety of ways; however, all incidences fall into two main categories – […]
