ELBOW INJURIES

Also not that common... it does still happen. The injury happens when the bones of the elbow are forced out of place and is VERY painful. 

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Patients will typically have an MRI to assess the level of injury and might need to see a specialist. Most will wear a brace to allow healing of structures. Once cleared to start treatment, physio helps to increase ROM, improve strength and return to activity plan. 

Olecranon Bursitis is a fluid filled sack at the back of the elbow that can become inflamed, leading to pain and swelling. 

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Common causes can be over use, direct impact or infection. 

clinic name: Lateral epicondylitis

**very common clinic presentation!pain on the outside of the elbow. 

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Despite the name... it is most common in people not playing tennis, but often due to gripping, lifting, repetitive hand use. 

examples from what ive seen in clinic:

- long period of hedging, hammering, screwing 

- increasing weights/activity in gym. 

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Common symptoms:
- holding cup/mug

- brushing teeth 

- during jug/kettle

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Physio can help to reduce pain! and get you back to doing all the things you love. 

Ligaments help to keep joints stable and when injured hat can be stretched or torn. Common causes can include: falls, landing on outstretched arm, contact sports or possible heavy lifting. 

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Some people may have to wear a brace to assist in healing of the ligaments. Physio helps to increase ROM, improve strength and return to activity plan. 

A tear to the distal biceps occurs when then tendon of the bicep attaching into the radius, is partially or completely ruptured. Patients will report a popping sensation which can be caused from forceful pulling, lifting heavy or tackling. 

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Surgical review is required. 

Similar to tennis elbow but this pain is on the inside of the elbow.

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