Elbow: a very common site for injury, especially for tennis players and golfers. It is also common for weight lifters to experience inflammation of the tendons that hold together and stabilize the elbow joint.—Dr. Kessler

The elbow is a source of frequent pain and discomfort, especially in physically active people. Pain in the elbow can be caused by an inflammatory condition like tendonitis, arthritis or bursitis, or may be the result of playing racquet sports or golf. While some disorders may be serious, most are not. Discomfort of the elbow may also be the result of overuse of the wrist, manual work such as using a screwdriver, or by a small fracture or irritation of the nerve.

The experts at Spine and Sports Medicine specialize in pain management, physical therapy and rehabilitation. For elbow pain, we use sophisticated imaging technology in the comfort of our midtown Manhattan offices to correctly diagnose the problem. Treatments may include simple medication, fluid drainage, exercise modification and physical therapy. Our physicians, neurologist, chiropractors and physical therapists will work together to ensure your return to a pain-free, active life. The healthcare specialists at Spine and Sports Medicine know that an active lifestyle is a healthy lifestyle. If your pain is the result of a sports injury, we'll have you back on the tennis court or golf course in no time.

Should you require the services of our specialists, we can refer you in-house: there's no need for an outside referral. Our physical therapy team will work with you to ensure you stay healthy and free from pain. If you are experiencing elbow pain, please call or email us today to make an appointment. We look forward to helping you regain and keep your good health.