Elbow Pain

Based on your answers, common causes of your joint pain include degenerative joint disease (also called osteoarthritis) or rheumatoid arthritis (or a related condition). Crystal-induced arthritis, such as gout or pseudogout, is also a possibility. Infection is less likely when multiple joints are involved, but is always a possibility when pain is significant, especially if swelling is prominent.

The numbness and/or tingling raises the possibility of ulnar neuropathy or other nerve problem. One or more of these conditions may be present at the same time.

While over-the-counter pain medicines, a brace, rest and ice may be helpful, it is important that you see a physician to evaluate these symptoms. Continue below to learn more about these and other causes of elbow pain.

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Online Medical Reviewer: LeWine, Howard MD Date Last Reviewed: 5/8/2006 Date Last Modified: 4/3/2006 Source: from Harvard Health Decision Guides, Harvard Health Publications, Copyright © 2007 by President and Fellows of Harvard College. All rights reserved. Used with permission of StayWell.

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