Elbow pain
Alternative names:
pain in the elbow
Definition:
Pain in the elbow other than from direct injury.
Considerations:
Tennis elbow is a common cause. It occurs as pain in the lateral (outer) portion of the elbow and upper forearm. The risk of acquiring or aggravating tennis elbow may be increased by rolling the wrist on contact to put top spin on the ball, by using a very stiff or tightly-strung racket, or excessive play. Using a two-handed backhand stroke may help prevent tennis elbow.
Less than half of cases of tennis elbow are actually associated with playing tennis. Tennis elbow usually results from work that requires a twisting motion of the arm, such as using a screwdriver.
Bursitis, another common cause, looks like a small egg at the end of the elbow. It is the result of inflammation of the bursa, a cushion in the joint.
Common causes:
Note: There may be other causes of elbow pain. This list is not all inclusive, and the causes are not presented in order of likelihood. The causes of this symptom can include unlikely diseases and medications. Furthermore, the causes may vary based on age and gender of the affected person, as well as on the specific characteristics of the symptom such as quality, time course, aggravating factors, relieving factors, and associated complaints. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for elbow pain, occurring alone or in combination with other problems.
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