Elbow Pain

At a glance

The elbow is the joint where three long bones meet in the middle portion of the arm. These three bones are connected by muscles, ligaments and tendons. Elbow pain can be caused by a variety of problems. With overuse or repeated pressure on the elbow joint, tendons become inflamed and small tears form in the soft tissue, particularly where the tendon attaches to the bone. If a number of these tears occur over a period of time, they can cause pain and reduced movement of the elbow joint.

Muscle weakness or injury to ligament or tendons may lead to abnormal elbow movement causing abnormal forces in the elbow joint. Over time these abnormal forces can cause the soft tissue of the elbow to wear out prematurely.

The most common types of elbow pain are known as tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow. Despite their names, these injuries can occur as a result of a wide range of physical activities – racquet sports, rowing, hockey, wrestling, swimming, even gardening – as well as repetitive tasks performed in a variety of occupations.

The injury to tendons on the outside of the elbow is called tennis elbow. Golfer’s elbow is a less common but similar overuse injury to the inside of the elbow.

Elbow Indications

Successful treatment by the Original Swiss DolorClast Method

Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow is the common name for a painful condition affecting the outside part of the elbow. It is an extremely common injury that originally got its name because it is a frequent tennis injury. While it is commonly associated with playing tennis and other racquet sports, tennis elbow can happen to almost anybody.

Golfer’s Elbow

Golfer’s elbow is a painful condition that begins on the inside of the elbow. It is caused by inflammation, strains and small tears to which tendons are susceptible when subjected to strong forces or repeated overuse. The tears eventually lead to the formation of scar tissue and calcium deposits. If left untreated, scar tissue and calcium deposits become more and more painful.