Where it hurts · Elbow
Elbow
Pain
Elbow pain is usually a load problem rather than a joint problem, and it responds well to correcting how the arm is being used.
What usuallycauses it.
- Tennis elbow, an overload of the outer tendon origin
- Golfer's elbow, the same process on the inner side
- Stiffness after a fracture or dislocation
- Nerve irritation at the elbow causing tingling in the fingers
- Loose bodies or early arthritis in manual workers
Signs that need prompt review
- You cannot fully straighten or bend the elbow
- Pain followed a fall on the outstretched hand
- There is numbness or tingling in the hand
- Grip strength is noticeably reduced
- Swelling or locking is present
Examined properly, explained plainly.
Examination localises tenderness precisely, tests grip with the elbow in different positions, and checks nerve function. Most cases need no imaging beyond an X-ray.
Where this leads
Rehabilitation
The part that decides the result: supervised, measured recovery after injury and surgery.
Fracture & Trauma Care
Prompt assessment, stable fixation, and a clear plan for getting the limb working again.
Sports Injury Care
From cricket and kabaddi to gym training and running: accurate diagnosis, honest timelines, and a tested return to play.
Questions.
How long does tennis elbow take to settle?
Frequently a few months. Loading the tendon progressively works better than resting it completely, and a brace can help during the painful phase.
Do I need an injection?
Sometimes, for a short-term reduction in pain. Repeated steroid injections are avoided because they can weaken the tendon over time.
Get a clear
answer.
A single consultation is usually enough to know what is wrong and what the options are.