Golfer's Elbow

Golfer's elbow is a condition associated with pain on the inside of your elbow, where the tendons of your forearm attach to the bony prominence (medial epicondyle). Also called medial epicondylitis, it is caused by injury or irritation of tendons that can become painful and swollen.

Golfer's Elbow

Other than golf, activities such as baseball, lifting a heavy bag or suitcase can also cause medial epicondylitis, hence the terms "baseball elbow" and "bag elbow" are also used.

Causes of Golfer's Elbow

Golfer's elbow, golf, tennis, basketball, archery, etc. It is an injury that may occur due to sports and may involve excessive use of the arm and wrist.

Other causes include:

Improper technique when lifting or throwing weights.

certain occupations, such as carpentry, plumbing, etc.

Smoking and obesity can increase the risk of injury.

Symptoms of Golfer's Elbow

Symptoms of golfer's elbow include:

Pain on the inside of the elbow.

Rigidity of the elbow.

Weakness of the affected hand.

Numbness or tingling sensation in the fingers.

Difficulty moving the hand.

Diagnosing Golfer's Elbow

Your doctor will review your medical history and daily activities. A physical examination is performed to assess elbow motion and pain. An X-ray or MRI scan may be ordered to visualize the elbow joint.