Elbow pain

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Overview

Elbow is comprised of the radius, ulna, and distal humerus. Trauma is the most common cause of elbow pain. The elbow is the third most commonly dislocated large joint

Differential Diagnosis

In alphabetical order. [1] [2]

Physical Examination

  • Careful examination of hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder

Electrocardiogram

Should be performed in a patient with risk factors for coronary heart disease.

X-Ray

  • Standard X-rays (anterior/posterior, lateral and oblique views)

MRI and CT

  • Rarely, MRI may be indicated

Other Diagnostic Studies

  • Aspiration
  • Nerve conduction tests

Treatment

  • Elevation, immobilization (elbow flexed at 90 degrees), analgesia for fracture management
  • Anatomic reduction (neurovascular compromise)
  • Rest and physical therapy (epicondylitis)
  • Reduction (elbow dislocation, nursemaid's elbow)

Pharmacotherapy

Acute Pharmacotherapies

References

  1. Sailer, Christian, Wasner, Susanne. Differential Diagnosis Pocket. Hermosa Beach, CA: Borm Bruckmeir Publishing LLC, 2002:77 ISBN 1591032016
  2. Kahan, Scott, Smith, Ellen G. In A Page: Signs and Symptoms. Malden, Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishing, 2004:68 ISBN 140510368X

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