Any discomfort to the arm or elbow can be embarrassing and they prevent individuals from their favorite sports hobbies and activities. Arm and elbow condition usually affect the hands too. It may cause numbness, tingling, pain and weakness etc. Conditions, that affect the arm and elbow may affect the quality of life of the individual.
What are the common arm and elbow conditions ?
- Elbow dislocation
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Elbow fracture
- Forearm fracture
- Olecranon fracture
- Elbow bursitis
- Tennis elbow
- Throwing injuries of the elbow
- Radial head fracture
- Ulnar Nerve Entrapment
There are nonsurgical as well as surgical treatments for arm and elbow conditions. It may vary accordingly.
What are the common treatment for arm and elbow conditions ?
- Antibiotics
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Injections
- Draining of cysts
- Arthroscopy
- Surgery
- Physical therapy