elbow INJURIES

Elbow injuries may not be as prevalent as knee or shoulder injuries, but they can be extremely painful and challenging to recover from. The skilled medical professionals at Piefer Bone & Joint in Conroe and The Woodlands, Texas, specialize in treating elbow injuries through a combination of noninvasive therapies and, when necessary, advanced surgical techniques. To learn more or to schedule a consultation, call Piefer Bone & Joint or book an appointment online today.

What Kinds of elbow Injuries Might I Get?

Some of the hip injuries that PB&J see most often include:​

  • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
  • Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
  • Elbow Dislocation
  • Elbow Fracture
  • Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury
  • Olecranon Bursitis
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Joint Sprains
  • Tendinitis
symptoms of elbow injuries:
  • Pain
  • Tenderness
  • Swelling
  • Weakness
  • Stiffness
  • Numbness/Tingling
  • Limited range of motion
  • Locking sensation
  • Visible deformity
Treatment Options
In most cases, elbow injuries like muscle strains respond well to noninvasive treatments such as:
  • Pain-killing medications
  • Anti-inflammatories
  • Physical therapy
  • Activity modifications