The elbow joint is a complex joint that allows movements such as pushing, pulling and rotating the forearm. In general, elbow pain may arise from injury or tension in the bones that form the elbow joint or the muscles and tendons around the joint. Sometimes the nerve network or blood vessels surrounding the joint and the ligaments around it can be damaged and cause pain.
In neck, shoulder, upper arm, forearm and wrist problems, pain can sometimes be reflected in the elbow area. When the pathology in these areas is treated, secondary elbow pain will also disappear.
Although elbow pain is not generally considered a serious medical problem, since it is a joint that moves in all directions due to its location, it significantly affects the patient's daily activities. and may ultimately affect the quality of life.
Causes of Elbow Pain
Most of the time, Elbow pain occurs as a result of overuse. After some sports, in work or hobbies that require continuity, hand, wrist, and arm pain may occur. It may occur due to repeated movements. Arthritis is not considered a very likely cause of elbow pain.
Common Causes of Elbow Pain – Cubital tunnel syndrome; This problem occurs as a result of damage to the Unlar nerve passing through the inside of the joint.
– Dislocation
– Bone fracture
– Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)
– Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
– Ligament sprain or rupture
– Elbow bursitis (olecranon bursitis), inflammation of the small fluid sac in the elbow joint
– Calcification (Osteoarthritis)
Studies are being conducted on elbow pain with acupuncture.
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