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Dr. Pradyumna R carefully evaluate your conditions and symptoms associated to your elbow pain or elbow injuries, based on the diagnostic report and scan he would suggest if so, you are a candidate for elbow pain treatment, he is an highly experienced elbow treatment specialist provides diagnosis as well as surgical and nonsurgical treatment options at Bangalore Orthopaedic Clinic, in BTM Layout, Bangalore.


If you have any queries or would like to schedule an appointment for elbow pain or elbow injury treatment consultation please call +919113025188.

What is the cause of elbow pain?


Elbow pain is a common medical problem which can be caused by a number of issues. The most common cause of elbow pain in adults is tendinitis, or inflammation and injury to the tendons. In most cases, the cause of elbow pain is due to injured or inflamed soft tissue such as tendons or ligaments.


This may be accompanied by joint pain, stiffness, swelling and redness. Sometimes, it can also be caused by a medical condition. There are many ways to treat elbow pain, but regardless of the type of pain, it is best to see a health professional.


Elbow pain can be caused by a number of factors, including arthritis. Arthritis simply means a joint that is painful and swollen. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and whoever are a number of types of arthritis. Rheumatoid (roo-ma-toyed) arthritis – an autoimmune condition. Psoriatic (sorry-atik) arthritis – an autoimmune condition associated with the skin condition. Gout – a type of arthritis that causes pain and swelling in joints.

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What are the symptoms of elbow pain?


The symptoms associated with elbow pain can be debilitating, affecting the ability to carry on with ordinary daily activities.

  • Weak grip
  • Experiencing a dull ache at rest in your elbow
  • Pain when trying making a fist (golfer’s elbow)
  • Difficulty when opening the fingers (tennis elbow)
  • Soreness around the affected elbow bump
  • Pain will increase when making a fist or flexing the forearm muscles.


What are the specific elbow conditions?

  • UCL Reconstruction
  • Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at the Elbow
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Bicep Tendon Tear at Elbow
  • Elbow (Olecranon) Bursitis
  • Ulnar Nerve Entrapment (Cubital Tunnel Syndrome)
  • Elbow Sprain
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Golfer’s Elbow
  • Little League Elbow
  • Fractures/ Injuries
  • Distal Humerus Fractures of the Elbow
  • Radial Head Fractures of the Elbow
  • Glenoid Fractures
  • Elbow Fractures


When to see a doctor


Most cases of elbow pain will get better on their own or with simple self-help treatments. Always seek medical attention if you experience severe elbow pain after a fall or an accident. Seek immediate care from a health care provider if severe elbow pain is accompanied by numbness, weakness or tingling. Do not try to ignore the pain or give it time to go away on its own.


What treatments are available for elbow pain?


Treatment should be aimed at reducing pain and restoring normal physical functioning, to maintain work life activity. Depending on your conditions with elbow disorder and symptoms you experience. A conservative approach is the preferred initial treatment because it offers the fewest complications and allows patients to retain their normal lives. Surgery is a last resort if your symptoms don’t improve.

  • ice
  • rest
  • nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
  • braces or immobilization
  • steroid injections
  • elbow padding
  • physical therapy
  • Surgery


For more information on Elbow Pain or painful elbow, tingling, numbness or weakness in your arm or hand, doesn’t improve after two weeks, had an injury or infection or elbow injury diagnosis and treatment options available, please call +919113025188. Dr. Pradyumna R, Interventional Pain Management specialist serving BTM Layout, Bangalore City.

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