Injuries can occur to the tendons that attach to the elbow. Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) occurs when the tendons of the muscles that extend the hand backward are inflamed. Medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow) occurs when the tendons of muscles that bend the palm of the hand toward the wrist are inflamed. For fractures of the elbow, see Elbow Fractures.

(See also Overview of Sports Injuries.)

When the Elbow Hurts

Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow cause pain in different areas of the elbow and forearm.

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Glenoid Labral Tear

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Lateral Epicondylitis

Sports Injuries

Overview of Sports Injuries

Shoulder Injuries

Rotator Cuff Injury/Subacromial Bursitis

Glenoid Labral Tear

Elbow Injuries

Lateral Epicondylitis

Medial Epicondylitis

Piriformis Syndrome

Hamstring Injury

Pain in the Front of the Knee

Shin Splints

Achilles Tendinitis

Stress Fractures of the Foot

Elbow Dislocations

Birth Injuries in Newborns

Overview of Sports Injuries

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