Elbow
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, the second most common nerve entrapment syndrome, after Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition caused by pressure on the ulnar nerve at the elbow. The Ulnar Nerve carries signals for sensation in one half of your ring finger and your small finger and to the muscles that perform fine hand movements. Cubital […]
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Radial tunnel syndrome occurs when the radial nerve in your arm is compressed. The radial nerve travels through the radial tunnel located on the top (dorsum) of the forearm. The radial nerve can be compressed or irritated in the radial tunnel due to repetitive movements, forceful forearm movements or injury. Radial tunnel syndrome causes hand […]
Read More....Pitcher Elbow
Pitcher’s elbow results from excessive throwing motions used in sports. It most frequently occurs in baseball but is associated with other sports that involve throwing. Pitcher’s elbow causes pain and interferes with motion. Many cases of pitcher’s elbow respond to rest and nonoperative treatment. If left untreated, pitcher’s elbow can lead to problems that require […]
Read More....Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow occurs when the tendon fibers that attach to the bone at the outside of the elbow deteriorate. Tendons are strong fibers that attach muscles to bone. They are tissues that do not stretch easily and are susceptible to degeneration under repeated or traumatic stress. Another name for Tennis Elbow is Lateral Epicondylitis. Repeated […]
Read More....Golfer’s Elbow
Golfer’s Elbow results when the tendons that attach to the inner elbow degenerate. Tendons do not stretch easily and are vulnerable to degeneration during repetitive motions, such as those used during a golf swing or work activities. The pain of Golfer’s Elbow occurs where the tendons attach to the elbow bone (medial epicondyle) and can […]
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