Joint Disorders

A dislocated elbow is common in children and teenagers because they often fall. The impact can force the bones in the joint out of place, causing the joint to lock. This results in swelling and pain and should be examined and treated immediately.

All bones in the elbow joint can break after an injury or fall. This happens because this part of the arm is the narrowest and most fragile—also known as the epicondyle. Such a fracture may be the result of a fall, and its severity depends on how far one or more bone fragments have shifted.

Joint problems can also occur due to arthritis, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness in the elbow. In many cases, the patient is no longer able to fully extend or bend the joint.

Elbow – Treatment of elbow joint problems

Pain is usually treated first with painkillers, and physical therapy can also be beneficial. In the case of a fracture, a cast or surgery may be considered, depending on the extent to which the bone fragments have shifted.

An X-ray—or an MRI scan if the X-ray is inconclusive—can help determine the severity and cause of the joint problem. At Podobrace, we offer a variety of elbow braces designed to support and relieve joint issues in the elbow.