Anatomy of the Healthy Elbow

The human elbow is a hinged joint composed of the humeral bone of the upper arm and the radial and ulnar bones of the forearm. The muscles of the elbow allow the forearm to bend and straighten, utilizing the biceps and triceps muscles.

The elbow muscles also allow the forearm to turn the palm of the hand upward or downward. The elbow can become the victim of arthritis and other types of degenerative disease and trauma, some of which can only be remedied by surgery. The most common conditions include:

Arthritis of the Elbow
	Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis of Arthritis of the Shoulder.
Ligament Injuries & Other Conditions
	Olecranon Bursitis
	Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
	Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)
	Radial Tunnel Syndrome
	Tennis Elbow
Non-Surgical Options
	Treating Arthritis of the Elbow
	Non-surgical Treatment of Elbow Arthritis
	Assistive Devices for Patients with Elbow Arthritis
	Injections for Elbow Pain Caused by Osteoarthritis
	Injections for Elbow Pain Caused by Rheumatoid Arthritis
Surgical Procedures
	Elbow Fusion Surgery
	Interposition Arthroplasty of the Elbow
	Is Elbow Replacement Surgery Right for You?
	Elbow Replacement Surgery
	Types of Elbow Replacement Components
Recovery and Rehabilitation
	Checking on My Elbow Replacement
	Potential Complications Following Elbow Surgery