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Elbow
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Elbow problems grouped by theme — tennis and golfer's elbow, nerve compression, tendon ruptures, fractures and stiffness — with each condition beside the operation that treats it.
Understanding your elbow
Tennis & golfer's elbow
Tennis ElbowTennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) — causes, symptoms, and conservative treatment options for pain relief.
Tennis Elbow ReleaseTennis elbow release surgery — for persistent pain despite physiotherapy and other conservative treatments.
Golfer's ElbowGolfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) — causes, symptoms, and conservative treatment options.
Golfer's Elbow Release
Nerve compression
Cubital Tunnel SyndromeCubital tunnel syndrome causes ulnar nerve compression at the elbow — symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Cubital Tunnel ReleaseCubital tunnel release relieves ulnar nerve compression—addressing numbness/weakness in the ring & little fingers.
Radial Tunnel SyndromeRadial tunnel syndrome — causes forearm pain, weakness straightening fingers, and is distinct from tennis elbow.
Radial Tunnel ReleaseRadial tunnel release relieves pain from PIN compression – distinct from tennis elbow, and how surgery helps.
Pronator, Lacertus and Anterior Interosseous Nerve SyndromesMedian nerve trouble high in the forearm — forearm aching with hand tingling (pronator) or weakness pinching the thumb and index (AIN), and how each is treated.
Pronator and AIN Release
Tendon ruptures
Distal Biceps RuptureDistal biceps rupture causes sudden elbow pain, bruising, and weakness—often needing surgical repair.
Distal Biceps RepairDistal biceps rupture repair — restoring elbow flexion strength and addressing the “Popeye” deformity.
Distal Triceps Tendon RuptureA rare tear of the triceps tendon at the back of the elbow — how to spot it, who is at risk, and why complete tears usually need early repair.
Distal Triceps Repair
Fractures, dislocation & instability
Radial Head FractureRadial head fractures — Mason classification, conservative management, and indications for fixation or replacement.
Radial Head Replacement
Olecranon FractureOlecranon fractures — patterns, non-operative care, and tension-band or plate fixation.
Olecranon Fracture Fixation (ORIF)
Distal Humerus Fracture
Forearm Shaft Fractures (including Monteggia and Galeazzi)
Elbow InstabilityElbow ligamentous and bony instability, including dislocation and the terrible-triad pattern.
Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury (Tommy John Injury)The medial elbow ligament injury of throwers — how it presents, when rehab is enough, and what Tommy John reconstruction involves.
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction (Stabilisation)
Arthritis, stiffness & cartilage
Elbow OsteoarthritisOsteoarthritis of the elbow — primary and post-traumatic, conservative and surgical options.
Elbow ArthroplastyTotal elbow replacement — indications, implants, and recovery.
Stiff Elbow Release (Arthrolysis)
Osteochondritis Dissecans of the CapitellumA lateral elbow joint-surface problem in young throwers and gymnasts — how it is found, when it heals with rest, and when surgery is needed.
