Let’s continue from our previous Elbow Pathologies,the following are mentioned below:
3.Golfers Elbow:
Golfer’s elbow, also called Medial Epicondylitis is a painful condition that occurs due to
repeated muscle contractions in the forearm causing inflammation and micro-tears in the
tendons.
Treatment:
The treatment of golfer’s elbow includes both conservative options and surgical
procedures.The conservative methods include:
● Activity restrictions or rest
● Splints or braces
● Applying ice packs
● Medications
● Occupational therapy
● Pulsed ultrasound to increase blood flow to the injured tendons and promote healing.
Post-operative care:
After surgery your surgeon will give you instructions to follow depending on the type of repair
performed and the surgeon’s preference.
Common Post-operative instructions include:
● A sling, cast, or splint is placed after surgery to keep the elbow immobilized.
● Elevate the elbow on pillows above the level of the heart to reduce swelling.
● Flex and open your hand to help reduce swelling.
● Apply ice packs to the area to help reduce swelling.
● Keep the incision area clean and dry.
● If the arm is in a cast, cover the cast with plastic bags and tape to your skin above
the cast to keep it dry when bathing.
● Occupational Therapy is usually ordered to restore elbow function and strength.
● Medications to keep you comfortable at home.
● Eat a healthy diet and quit smoking to promote healing.
4.Throwing Injuries of the Elbow:
An athlete uses an overhand throw to achieve greater speed and distance.
Repeated throwing in sports such as baseball and basketball can place a lot of stress on the
joints of the arm, and lead to weakening and ultimately, injury to the structures in the elbow.
Treatment:
● Treatment such as rest, ice application, physical therapy,anti-inflammatory
medication and a modification of activity and throwing technique.
● Laser therapy, light therapy, bipolar interferential current, transcutaneous electrical
nerve stimulation (TENS), pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, iontophoresis and
phonophoresis.
Post-Operative Care:
Four to six weeks of rehabilitation is recommended following surgery to prevent stiffness and
improve strength and range of motion.
● Occupational Therapy is usually ordered to restore elbow function and strength.
● Medications to keep you comfortable at home.
● Eat a healthy diet and quit smoking to promote healing.
5.Bicep Tendon Rupture:
The biceps muscle is present on the front side of your upper arm and functions to help you
bend and rotate your arm.
Two Types:
1.Partial, where it does not completely tear the tendon, or complete, where the biceps
tendon completely splits in two and is torn away from the bone.
2.The Biceps tendon can tear at the shoulder joint or elbow joint.The majority of biceps
tendon ruptures occurs at the shoulder and is referred to as proximal biceps tendon rupture.
Treatment:
Nonsurgical Treatment:
Nonsurgical treatment is an option for patients whose injury is
limited to the top of the biceps tendon.
Nonsurgical treatment includes:
● Rest: A sling is used to rest the shoulder and you are advised to avoid overhead
activities and heavy lifting until healed.
● Ice: Applying ice packs for 20 minutes at a time, 3 to 4 times a day, helps reduce
swelling.
● Medications: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines help reduce pain and
swelling.
● Physical therapy: Strengthening and flexibility exercises help restore strength and
mobility to the shoulder joint.
● Ultrasound,Infrared and Laser therapy.
Post-Operative Care:
Around this time, you can also begin certain activities that will improve your range of motion,
including:
A gentle exercise program.
Soft-tissue massages.
Stretching.
PHYSIOHEALER. 