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 ...

An elbow contusion can cause discoloration, pain, and swelling. You can typically recover at home, unless the bruising occurs due to a fracture. A bruised elbow, also referred to as an elbow contusion ...

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a painful inflammation of the elbow joint caused by repetitive stress (overuse). The pain is located on the outside (lateral side) of the elbow, but may ...

Hyperextended elbow occurs when the elbow joint moves outside its normal range of motion. This injury can be painful and healing or recovery time can be up to several weeks. Although anyone can ...

The annular ligament encircles the neck of the radius and holds it tightly in place against the ulna (Figure 1), thereby maintaining the position of the proximal radius in relation to the ulna and the ...

Repetitive actions, such as throwing a ball, lifting weights, and typing, can all cause inner elbow pain. It is particularly common among athletes and is often due to medial epicondylitis. People can ...