Elbow Pain

Elbow pain can occur due to a number of possible reasons, including injuries, overuse, or other conditions. 

Common causes

• Tennis elbow: A common type of elbow pain caused by repetitive strain on the tendons of the forearm 
• Golfer's elbow: A similar overuse injury to tennis elbow 
• Bursitis: Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs that cushion the elbow joint
• Tendinitis: Inflammation of a tendon, often caused by repetitive strain
• Bone fractures: A broken arm or other bone fracture in the elbow
• Sprains: A stretched or torn ligament in the elbow.
• Trapped nerves: A nerve in the elbow that is compressed or irritated