Elbow
Anatomy of the Elbow
There are many types of elbow problems that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional.
Common elbow problems include the following:
- arthritis
Common forms of arthritis that can affect the elbow include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and infectious arthritis.
- bursitis
Bursitis of the elbow, also called olecranon bursitis, occurs as a result of injury or constant pressure on the elbow (for example, when leaning on a hard surface).
- fractures
Falling on an outstretched hand or directly on the tip of the elbow can result in dislocation and/or several types of fractures, depending on the fall.
- injury
Repetitive strain on the elbow can cause inflammation.
There are many types of elbow problems that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional.
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