Elbow

Golfer’s Elbow is the common term for Medial Epicondylitis. With this condition, the flexor muscles of the wrist/forearm become inflamed and irritated at the bony attachment point on the inside of the elbow. More info >>

The Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) is found on the inside part of the elbow and attaches the humerus (upper arm bone) to the ulna (lower arm bone). A UCL sprain is an overstretch or tear of the ligament. More info>>

The Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) or also called the Radial Collateral Ligament (RCL) is located on the outside of the elbow. This ligament supports the elbow and provides stability at the joint. An LCL sprain occurs when this ligament is overstretched or torn.  LCL injuries are much less common than UCL injuries. More info >>

Little League Elbow is an injury of the growth plate that occurs in youth/adolescent overhead athletes, most commonly baseball players. More info >>

Elbow hyperextension occurs when the elbow gets forcefully extended past its normal range of motion causing damage to the connective tissue in the joint. More info >>