Sports Medicine & Elbow Pain Specialist in Marrero, LA

Treatments for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow & More

At Jefferson Orthopedic Clinic, our board-certified orthopedists treat a wide variety of elbow conditions and injuries, allowing patients to regain the freedom to move their elbows without pain or discomfort and ultimately return to the activities they love.

Some of the most common conditions we treat include:

• Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Cubital tunnel syndrome causes pain and numbness as a result of long-term nerve inflammation. In cubital tunnel syndrome, the ulnar nerve is affected at the site of the cubital tunnel, located in the elbow. Inflammation may occur as a result of frequent bending of the elbow or simply from the natural anatomy of the elbow joint. Symptoms include pain and numbness outside of the hand and wrist. 
  • Cubital tunnel syndrome treatment can usually be done without a need for surgery with non-invasive techniques like braces, splints, anti-inflammatory medication and lifestyle changes. However, some patients do require surgery to make a full recovery.

• Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow): Medial epicondylitis, more commonly known as Golfer’s Elbow, is a form of tendonitis that manifests on the inner side of the elbow. It is caused by the tendon in the forearm being stressed from constant use, but is not restricted to golfers; pitchers and even those not involved in sports can develop golfer’s elbow.
  • Golf elbow treatment is generally done using analgesics and anti-inflammatory medication, as well as resting the elbow. However, professional athletes suffering from this condition may opt for more immediate relief in the form of glucocorticoid injections so as not to miss important career events. 

• Olecranon Bursitis: Olecranon bursitis, also called elbow bursitis, involves the development of a fluid-filled sac between the loose skin and bone of the elbow. This condition typically occurs after a fall onto the elbow, from an infection, or from prolonged pressure on the elbow, and may cause pain, swelling and limited motion of the elbow joint. Infected elbow bursitis may cause fevers, chills, sweats and redness.
  • Treatment for olecranon bursitis depends on the cause and severity of the condition, but may include applying ice, rest, fluid aspiration or antibiotics. Severe cases or those that do not respond to conservative treatment may require surgery to remove the bursa, with no damage to surrounding muscles, ligaments or joint structures.

• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is an elbow injury that occurs as a result of overuse, most commonly from playing tennis. The pain associated with this condition affects the lateral epicondyle, the area where the forearms’ tendons connect with the bony outer portion of the elbow. While tennis elbow typically affects adults aged 30 to 50, anyone who continually stresses their wrists is at a higher risk of developing this condition.
  • Tennis elbow treatment may include anti-inflammatory medication, icing of the affected area, cortisone injections, elbow braces, physical therapy, and sometimes tennis elbow surgery.