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Elbow

Anatomy of the Elbow

Anatomy of the Elbow

The elbow is a complex joint formed by the articulation of three bones – the humerus, radius, and ulna. The elbow joint helps in bending or straightening of the arm to 180 degrees and lifting or moving objects.

Elbow Arthroscopy

Elbow Arthroscopy Images

Elbow arthroscopy, also referred to as keyhole or minimally invasive surgery, is a surgical procedure

Distal Biceps Repair

Distal Biceps Repair Images

The biceps is a large muscle located in the front of your upper arm and runs from the shoulder to the elbow joint.

Biceps Tendon Repair

Biceps Tendon Repair Images

Biceps tendon repair is a surgical procedure to restore a biceps tendon that has been torn or ruptured by severe trauma or injury.

Elbow Surgery

Elbow Surgery Images

Elbow surgery is a surgical procedure for the treatment of an elbow injury or elbow condition.

Elbow Ligament Reconstruction

Elbow Ligament Reconstruction Images

The elbow joint is supported by the ulnar collateral ligament, radial collateral ligament, and the annular ligament.

Triceps Repair

Triceps Repair Images

Triceps repair is a surgical procedure that involves the repair of a ruptured (torn) triceps tendon.

Tennis elbow Surgery

Tennis Elbow Surgery Images

Tennis elbow is a common name for the elbow condition lateral epicondylitis.

Golfer's Elbow Surgery

Golfer's Elbow Surgery Images

Golfer’s elbow is a condition associated with pain on the inside of the elbow where tendons of your forearm attach to the bony prominence (medial epicondyle).

UCL Reconstruction (Tommy John Surgery)

UCL Reconstruction (Tommy John Surgery) Images

Commonly called Tommy John surgery, this procedure involves reconstructing a damaged ligament on the inside of the elbow called the ulnar

Cubital Tunnel Release (Medial Epicondylectomy)

Cubital Tunnel Release (Medial Epicondylectomy) Images

Cubital tunnel release is a surgical procedure to correct cubital tunnel syndrome.

Elbow Fracture Reconstruction

Elbow Fracture Reconstruction Images

Elbow fracture reconstruction is a surgical procedure employed to repair and restore the appearance and full function of a damaged elbow caused by severe trauma or injury.

Viscosupplementation for Elbow Arthritis

Viscosupplementation for Elbow Arthritis Images

Viscosupplementation is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the injection of a hyaluronic acid preparation into the elbow joint to treat arthritis.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for the Elbow

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for the Elbow Images

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a cutting-edge treatment option that involves injecting a concentrated

Elbow Arthritis

Elbow Arthritis Images

Although the elbows are not weight-bearing joints, they are considered to be most important for the functioning of the upper limbs.

Elbow Osteoarthritis

Elbow Osteoarthritis Images

Elbow osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the elbow, causing the smooth cartilage

Distal Biceps Injuries

Distal Biceps Injuries Images

The biceps is a large muscle present in front of the upper arm, extending from the shoulder joint to the elbow.

Throwing Injuries of the Elbow

Throwing Injuries of the Elbow Images

An athlete uses an overhand throw to achieve greater speed and distance.

Elbow Fractures

Elbow Fractures Images

Elbow fractures may occur from trauma, resulting from various reasons: a fall on an outstretched arm, a direct blow to the elbow

Elbow Injuries

Elbow Injuries Images

The elbow is a complex joint formed by the articulation of three bones – the humerus, radius, and ulna.

Triceps Injuries

Triceps Injuries Images

The triceps or triceps brachii is a crucial muscle of the upper arm (humerus).

Elbow Ligament Injuries

Elbow Ligament Injuries Images

Elbow ligament injuries are injuries to the tough elastic tissues that connect the bones of the elbow joint to each other.

Elbow Sprain

Elbow Sprain Images

An elbow sprain is an injury to the soft tissues of the elbow.

Elbow Instability

Elbow Instability Images

Elbow instability is a condition in which the elbow joint occasionally slides out of alignment due to the unstable state of the joint.

Elbow Dislocation

Elbow Dislocation Images

The bones are held together by ligaments to provide stability to the joint. Muscles and tendons move the bones around each other and help in performing various activities.

Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury

Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury Images

The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL), also called the medial collateral ligament, is located on the inside of the elbow and connects the ulna bone to the humerus bone.

Tennis Elbow

Tennis Elbow Images

Tennis elbow is a common name for the elbow condition lateral epicondylitis.

Golfer's Elbow

Golfer's Elbow Images

Golfer’s elbow, also called medial epicondylitis, is a painful condition occurring from repeated muscle contractions in the forearm

Elbow Pain

Elbow Pain Images

Damage to any of the structures that make up the elbow joint can cause elbow pain.

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Entrapment)

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Entrapment) Images

When the elbow is bent, the ulnar nerve can stretch and catch on the bony bump.

Elbow Impingement

Elbow Impingement Images

Elbow impingement is a medical condition characterized by compression and injury of soft tissue structures, such as cartilage, at the back of the elbow or within the elbow joint.

Triceps Tendonitis

Triceps Tendonitis Images

Triceps tendonitis is inflammation of the triceps tendon, the tissue that connects the triceps muscle on the back of the upper arm to the back of the elbow joint

Snapping Elbow

Snapping Elbow Images

A snapping elbow (SE) is a rare condition, where the distal part of the triceps tendon will snap over the bony prominence

Loose Bodies in the Elbow

Loose Bodies in the Elbow Images

Your elbow is a joint made up of three bones held together by muscles, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage.

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