Elbow Arthritis
When the cartilage in the elbow becomes worn or injured, elbow arthritis develops. Overuse due to ageing and repetitive activities, as well as injury, such as a fracture or dislocation, can cause damage.
Elbow Arthritis
When the cartilage in the elbow becomes worn or injured, elbow arthritis develops. Overuse due to ageing and repetitive activities, as well as injury, such as a fracture or dislocation, can cause damage.
Elbow arthritis can be excruciatingly painful, making it difficult to do regular tasks that require bending your arm. If you’re suffering from elbow arthritis, a Penn orthopaedic specialist can help you find relief and regain full elbow function.
Symptoms:
Elbow pain
Grinding, popping or cracking of the elbow joint
Stiffness or a decreased range of motion
Swelling
Tenderness, warmth and redness in the elbow joint
Treatments:
If your elbow arthritis pain is interfering with your daily life and conservative treatments have failed to provide relief, you may be a candidate for elbow arthritis surgery. If surgery is the best option for you, you and your orthopaedic surgeon will decide. We provide the most up-to-date surgical treatments to restore optimum function and decrease pain in your elbow. Advanced arthroscopic treatments, total elbow replacement, and soft-tissue restoration of tendons, ligaments, and muscles are among the operations available.
Our Treatment Process
1
Introduction & Connection
We begin with a friendly discussion to understand your medical needs and build a foundation of trust for your treatment journey.
2
Assessment & Treatment Planning
Our experts evaluate your reports and design a personalized treatment plan with complete travel and visa support.
3
Treatment & Recovery
You’ll receive advanced medical care and guided rehabilitation for a smooth, safe, and speedy recovery.
4
Review & Ongoing Support
We continue to monitor your progress through online follow-ups, ensuring long-term health and comfort.
FAQ
1. What causes shoulder pain?
Shoulder pain can come from many issues, including rotator cuff injuries, tendonitis, arthritis, bursitis, frozen shoulder, labral tears, and joint instability. Sometimes pain also comes from the neck.
2. When should I see a doctor for shoulder pain?
You should seek medical care if pain lasts more than a few days, keeps you from lifting your arm, causes night pain, follows an injury or fall, or if there is swelling, weakness, numbness, or a visible deformity.1
3. Why does my shoulder hurt at night?
Night pain is common with rotator cuff inflammation or tears. When lying on the affected shoulder, pressure increases irritation, making the pain worse.
4. Can shoulder pain be treated without surgery?
Yes. Most shoulder conditions improve with rest, physical therapy, medications, injections, and activity modification. Surgery is usually considered only if symptoms don’t improve or if an injury is severe.
5. How is shoulder pain diagnosed?
Your provider may use a physical exam, X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI to understand the cause of the pain and guide treatment.
