Elbow pain can disrupt daily life and limit your ability to perform even the simplest tasks, from lifting objects to participating in sports or hobbies. Dr. Graeme Matthewson offers expert care for a variety of elbow conditions, providing personalized treatments to help you recover strength, flexibility, and pain-free movement.
Some of the common orthopedic elbow conditions Dr. Matthewson treats include:
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): This overuse injury affects the tendons in the elbow, causing pain on the outside of the joint. It’s common in athletes and people who engage in repetitive motions.
- Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Similar to tennis elbow but affecting the inner part of the elbow, this condition is often caused by repetitive strain from activities like golf, baseball, or weightlifting.
- Elbow Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that cushions the elbow joint, can lead to pain, swelling, and limited movement.
- Elbow Fractures and Dislocations: Trauma to the elbow, whether from a fall or sports injury, can result in fractures or dislocations that require precise treatment to restore function and prevent long-term issues.
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: This condition occurs when the ulnar nerve is compressed at the elbow, causing numbness, tingling, and pain in the forearm and fingers.
Dr. Matthewson uses advanced diagnostic tools and cutting-edge treatments, from non-surgical approaches like physical therapy, bracing, and injections to surgical intervention for severe cases. His goal is to restore full function to the elbow joint, ensuring patients can return to their daily routines without pain or limitation.