If elbow pain is affecting your ability to work, exercise, or enjoy daily activities, Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic is here to help. Serving patients throughout the DMV area, we specialize in diagnosing and treating elbow conditions with a comprehensive approach that includes both advanced physical therapy and orthopaedic surgery.

Don’t wait to get the relief you need. Call (703) 348-3678 or request an appointment online through our secure form today.

What is Elbow Pain and What are the Symptoms?

Elbow pain refers to any discomfort or soreness in the elbow. It can stem from a wide range of causes—whether it’s a sudden injury or a chronic condition caused by repetitive motion. While some mild cases may resolve with rest, persistent or worsening pain should be evaluated by a specialist.

Common symptoms of elbow pain include:

• Sharp or dull aching: Pain in or around the elbow joint
• Pain during movement: Bending, lifting, or gripping may worsen symptoms
  
• Tightness or stiffness: Feeling of restricted motion in the joint
  
• Reduced range of motion: Inability to fully extend or bend the elbow
  
• Swelling or visible inflammation: Puffiness or redness around the joint
  
• Weakness in the forearm or hand: Trouble holding or lifting objects
  
• Tingling or numbness: Sensation in the fingers or along the arm
  
• Clicking, popping, or catching: Sounds or sensations during movement
  

If your elbow pain is interfering with your quality of life, it’s time to explore your treatment options with the experts at Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic.

What Causes Elbow Pain?

Elbow pain can result from a variety of orthopaedic conditions, often involving the bones, tendons, ligaments, or nerves. At Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic, we use advanced imaging and diagnostic tools to determine the root cause of your discomfort and tailor a treatment plan to your unique needs.

Common causes include:

• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Involves the tendons around the elbow due to repetitive motion or overuse
  
• Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Affects the inner tendons of the elbow from repetitive wrist or finger motions
  
• Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa, the fluid-filled sac that cushions the elbow
  
• Arthritis: Degeneration or inflammation of the elbow joint, leading to pain and stiffness
  
• Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the ulnar nerve causing tingling, numbness, and pain/discomfort
  
• Fractures and Sprains: Resulting from trauma, falls, or sports injuries
  

Elbow Pain Treatments: Physical Therapy and Orthopaedic Surgery

At Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic, we offer a full spectrum of treatment options. Whether you’re best suited for non-surgical therapy or may benefit from minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery, our team will work with you to restore comfort and function.

Physical therapy is often a first-line approach for many elbow conditions, especially for overuse injuries like lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow). Our licensed therapists design individualized exercise and rehabilitation programs to:

• Strengthen supportive muscles: Improving joint stability and reducing strain
  
• Improve flexibility and mobility: Enhancing joint function and range of motion
  
• Reduce pain and prevent re-injury: Promoting long-term healing and performance
  
• Support surgical recovery: Aiding post-op rehabilitation when needed

In addition to guided exercise, our physical therapists may incorporate advanced techniques such as dry needling to relieve muscle tension, improve blood flow, and support the healing process.

For patients who need additional non-surgical support, our non-operative physicians offer innovative treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. These regenerative therapies use your body’s natural healing properties to target damaged tissue, reduce inflammation, and promote recovery.

Surgical treatment may be recommended if:

• Conservative therapies haven’t provided relief: Pain persists despite therapy, medication, or activity modifications
  
• There’s structural damage: Involving tendons, bones, or ligaments
  
• Nerve compression or arthritis is severe: Limiting daily function or quality of life
  

Our orthopaedic surgeons are fellowship-trained and experienced in the latest surgical techniques, including arthroscopic procedures that reduce recovery time.

Schedule Your Consultation in the DMV Area Today

You don’t have to live with elbow pain. At Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic, our expert team is ready to guide you through every step of your recovery with compassionate, comprehensive care tailored to your lifestyle.

Call (703) 348-3678 to speak with our team, or request your appointment online through our secure form now.

Experience the difference of specialized orthopaedic care—right here in the DMV area.

Sources
https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/elbow-pain/basics/definition/sym-20050874