What causes pain in the elbow joint?
Recently, I have been constantly feeling unexplained pain in my arm and would like to understand what could be causing pain in the elbow joint.
Doctor's answer (1)
Elbow joint pain can be caused by various factors, commonly including:
1. Overuse or strain: Prolonged use of the elbow, physical labor, or repetitive movements during activities such as playing sports or painting can lead to muscle and tendon strain, potentially causing muscle or tendon tears and resulting in pain.
2. Arthritis: Conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause wear and tear of the joint cartilage or immune system attacks on the joints, leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness.
3. Trauma or injury: Fractures, dislocations of the elbow joint, or direct impacts, sprains, and falls can damage the structures of the elbow, causing pain.
4. Infectious diseases: Local infections such as tuberculosis or infections of the elbow joint can cause elbow joint pain.
5. Nerve compression: For example, ulnar nerve compression, also known as cubital tunnel syndrome, may cause pain and numbness in the elbow and hand.
6. Other diseases or conditions: Gout, infections, tumors, and other conditions may also affect the elbow and cause pain.
All of the above can lead to elbow joint pain. If the pain persists and affects daily life, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly.
