The elbow is one of the most complex joints in the human body. It is responsible for allowing us to lift, throw, push, and perform countless daily tasks. Because of its structure and high mobility, the elbow is also vulnerable to injuries such as dislocations, fractures, and chronic overuse conditions. In this article, we will
Overuse injuries frequently occur at major joints and can significantly limit a person’s ability to engage in recreational or leisure activities. One example of these types of injuries is “Golfer’s Elbow.” Also known as medial epicondylitis, this injury causes pain on the inner aspect of the elbow, often as the result of repetitive movements involving
Medial epicondylitis (commonly known as golfer’s elbow or thrower’s elbow) is a condition that develops when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed, and painful due to repetitive use of the hand, wrist, forearm and elbow. Golfer’s elbow is a form of tendinitis that affects the inner part of the elbow.
