In this article, we will discuss the Elbow and the diagnostic tests and address some common questions related to it.
What is Elbow Pain?
Elbow pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the elbow that makes it difficult for a person to walk. The elbow contains muscles, tendons, bones, cartilage etc. Any abnormality in these components of the elbow can lead to elbow pain. Elbow pain can also be due to injuries, accidents, infections, arthritis etc. A person with elbow pain should consult the healthcare provider to detect the possible reason. Ignoring elbow pain makes it worse and needs more time for recovery. Elbow pain conditions can be treated with medications, exercise or rest and sometimes need surgery.
Main Causes of Elbow Pain?
Elbow pain is irritating and makes it difficult to walk for the person. There are various reasons for Elbow pain and these causes include:
Elbow Sprains
An elbow sprain is a condition that is caused by injuring the ligament of the elbow. The condition can occur when the arm gets twisted or bent by any circumstance. Ligaments connect bones and any abnormality in the elbow ligaments leads to elbow sprains. It can also occur due to accidents, falling or hitting the elbow hard to something. Elbow pain makes it difficult for a person to lift or rotate the arm. An Elbow sprain treatment can include rest, ice packs, good support for the elbow, medications, night splints etc.
Elbow Pain due to Sports Injury
Elbow pain can also be due to injuries when you are outdoors to play. It is more common that you will get an injury or twist in the Elbow. These include strains, Elbow dislocations, fractures, and Elbow twists. The condition can be very mild to serious depending on the injury. A person may need rest, medication, and splints as a treatment for a sports injury of the elbow. In serious cases, you may need surgery for the elbow pain condition.
Bursitis
The bursa is the fluid-filled sac at or around the joint of the Elbow. The breakage of the bursa in the elbow can lead to a painful sensation. Treatment for the condition of bursitis in the Elbow includes rest, certain exercises, medication, and steroid injections that can help relieve the pain of the elbow.
Elbow Injuries
Elbow injury is a common cause of elbow pain. This condition happens when a person gets an elbow injury due to an accident or fall. The accidents can cause dislocation or broken joint or ligament injury. All these conditions lead to elbow pain and different treatments can be applied based on the severity of the condition. From medications, and exercise to surgery in severe conditions can be done to correct the condition.
Arthritis
Arthritis also causes the elbow pain. A person having arthritis is more susceptible to elbow pain because it is more used and can lead to the conditions easily. The cartilage and tendons of the elbow get rigid, or the deposition of crystals leads to the elbow joint making it very hard to move and giving a painful sensation. The condition worsens in cold due to low temperatures causing stiffness in the elbow.
Other Reasons for the Elbow Pain Include:
- Tendinitis
- Nursemaid's elbow
- Lupus
- Elbow fracture
- Sural nerve etc.
Which Tests Are Used To Detect Elbow Pain?
There are various types of tests used to diagnose Elbow pain. These tests include:
- MRI Elbow (Book Now)
- CT Foot (Book Now)
- X-ray of the Elbow (Book Now)
- Physical Examinations (Book Now)
Why Choose Ganesh Diagnostic for an Elbow Pain Test?
Ganesh Diagnostic is one of the most respected and prestigious Diagnostic centres that provides elbow tests. The radiological tests for the elbow are backed by NABH accreditations. The centre provides free blood sample collection and pathological tests from home at affordable rates for elbow tests.
Conclusion
Elbow pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the elbow that makes it difficult for a person to lift or bend the arm. The elbow contains muscles, tendons, bones, cartilage etc. Any abnormality in these components of the elbow can lead to elbow pain. Elbow pain can also be due to injuries, accidents, infections, arthritis etc. There are various treatments for the elbow pain condition like medications, rest, ice packs, splints etc. There are various tests used for the detection of elbow pain and patients can choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for elbow pain tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Elbow Pain?
Elbow pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the elbow that makes it difficult for a person to walk. The elbow contains muscles, tendons, bones, cartilage etc.
What are the Various symptoms related to the Elbow abnormality?
Various symptoms related to elbow pain include swelling, itching, numbness, not being able to walk etc.
What are the Causes of the Elbow Pain?
Various causes related to Elbow pain include repeated overuse of the Elbow muscle, accidents or injuries, arthritis, lupus, sports injury, arthritis etc.
Which tests are used for Elbow Pain Diagnosis?
Various types of tests are used to diagnose elbow pain disease including CT, MRI, ultrasound, physical examination etc.
What is the ICD-10 code for Elbow Pain Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Elbow pain is M25.529.
How can Patients download Elbow Pain Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Elbow pain test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Elbow Pain Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Elbow pain tests are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
