Distal Biceps Tendinopathy and Tendon Rupture: More Than Bending the Elbow
Being able to bend your elbow does not establish an intact biceps tendon. Discover tendinopathy, partial tears and complete rupture through function and treatment.
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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Why Does a Nerve at the Elbow Make Your Fingers Numb?
Numbness felt in the hand may originate at the elbow. Discover cubital tunnel syndrome through nerve mechanics, diagnosis and treatment evidence.
Medial Epicondylalgia: Where Tendon, Nerve and Ligament Meet on the Inside of the Elbow
Pain on the inside of the elbow can have different sources. Explore golfer’s elbow through the relationship between tendon, ulnar nerve and ligament.
Lateral Epicondylalgia: Why Does Lifting a Cup Hurt Your Elbow?
Why can lifting a cup hurt your elbow? Explore lateral epicondylalgia through gripping mechanics, tendon loading and current treatment evidence.
Radial Head and Neck Fractures: Why Can a Small Fracture Affect the Entire Forearm?
Radial head and neck fractures explained: Mason classification, Essex-Lopresti injury, associated injuries, treatment and physiotherapy.
Elbow Contracture and Post-Traumatic Stiffness: Why Does the Elbow Become Stiff So Easily?
Why does the elbow become stiff after trauma? Learn about elbow contracture, capsular fibrosis, heterotopic ossification, motion loss and physiotherapy.
Olecranon Bursitis: Is Swelling Behind the Elbow Always a Simple Inflammation?
What causes olecranon bursitis? Learn about posterior elbow swelling, septic and aseptic bursitis, clinical assessment, load management and physiotherapy.
Pronator Teres Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Pronator teres syndrome is a rare peripheral nerve condition caused by involvement of the median nerve around the elbow and proximal forearm. Its clinical presentation can resemble carpal tunnel syndrome,Read more