Why does my elbow hurt when I extend it?

Your elbow is a joint that’s essential to many movements that you complete throughout the day, from reaching up to grab something from a shelf to opening a door. So when you feel an ache when you try to extend your elbow, it can interfere with your ability to carry out your daily responsibilities.  There […]

4 ways to reduce burning pain in your elbow

When the tendon in your elbow becomes injured or affected by a certain condition, sometimes a burning pain can result in the elbow joint. The most common types of elbow conditions that cause this type of pain are tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow; however, the conditions can vary depending on the tendon that has been […]

Physical therapy for tennis elbow

Millions of people play tennis, either on the weekends with friends or at a professional level. And while tennis can be fun, it can take a toll on the body. In fact, there’s an elbow injury that’s so common with tennis players that it was nicknamed after the sport.  Tennis elbow is common across the […]

Elbow hyperextension injury: 9 signs and treatments

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]The elbow is a hinge joint made up of the humerus, ulna, radius, muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is designed to only bend back so far. If you experience your elbow bending further back than it should, this is called an elbow hyperextension. Anyone can experience a hyperextended elbow, […]

Elbow bone spurs: Causes, symptoms and treatment options

Bone spurs can pop up where you don’t expect them. Once they appear, they can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like pain, stiffness, tingling and weakness. If you’re feeling any of these in your arm, you may have an elbow bone spur. Getting elbow relief can be complicated, but elbow bone spurs do have treatment options […]

What it might mean if you have elbow pain when straightening your arm

We use our arms every day for the majority of daily tasks. When you have elbow pain when straightening your arm, it can be difficult to perform routine activities like reaching over your head, carrying grocery bags or putting on clothes. As a result, elbow pain can restrict your activity level and limit your quality […]

Burning pain in the elbow: 7 issues that could be causing it

Every time you lift your coffee cup to your lips, your elbow moves. However, burning pain in your elbow can make even this easy task much more difficult. Fortunately, a physical therapist can help you find out the source of your pain.  Several tendons, nerves and other structures make up your elbow, and issues with […]

What should every person know about bone spurs in the elbow?

You may have heard that bone spurs don’t commonly form in the elbows, and that may be true for many people. However, there are certain people who are more likely to develop this issue. Baseball pitchers are one example. Another is quarterbacks and other athletes who do a lot of throwing. But really, these bony […]

Uncover 3 things PT can do for the bone spur in your elbow

What are bone spurs? Bone spurs are bony growths that can occur on the bones that form your body’s joints. While the word “spur” might make it sound like these growths are pointed and sharp, they are actually smooth in many cases. However, that does not mean that they cannot be painful. Bone spurs often […]

How do bone spurs develop in the elbow?

If you have experienced pain and stiffness in your elbow that does not go away within a day or two, it may be possible that you have developed bone spurs. Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are small protrusions that extend from your bones. They most often form around the joints where two bones meet. […]

4 types of elbow injuries you could develop at work

The work you do can be hard on your elbows. You might work on an assembly line, or you might work at a desk. In either case, the odds are good that you’re doing things that can lead to many types of elbow injuries.  Think about how much you move your elbows while at work; […]

Three conditions that can lead to back, shoulder and elbow pain

It can be tricky for you to figure out why you’re feeling back, shoulder and elbow pain. There are many issues that can cause these types of pain, and your pain could originate from any of these three locations.  Fortunately, physical therapists can help you discover why you’re feeling a combination of back, shoulder and […]