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Elbow

The elbow is a hinged joint that bends the arm and allows the forearm to rotate. These movements are needed for everyday tasks, like reaching and carrying, as well as athletic motions like throwing and lifting.

Biceps Tendon Tears at the Elbow

The biceps muscle is a strong muscle of the arm that bends the elbow. Strain or injury to the arm can tear the tendon that attaches the biceps muscle to the forearm bone. Biceps tendon tears result in pain, swelling...

Elbow Lateral Collateral Ligament Injuries

The lateral collateral ligament of the elbow is a structure made up of four different ligaments at the outer side of the elbow. These ligaments connect the forearm bones to the upper arm bone and help stabilize the elbow.

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Tennis elbow is a condition that can affect anyone—not just tennis players. It is a form of tendinitis affecting the common extensor tendon that connects some of the wrist muscles to the outer side of the elbow.

Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injuries

The ulnar collateral ligament, or UCL, stabilizes the inside of the elbow joint. UCL injuries most often occur from repeated stress to the elbow joint, which commonly occurs in athletes who throw, like baseball pitchers. They can also occur with...