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Pain in the elbow is common in sports persons. Most common conditions that may give rise to pain are: lateral epicondylitis or tennis elbow, medial epicondylitis or golfer's elbow, sprain, olecranon bursitis, fractures.

You should consult an orthopaedic doctor and get your elbow examined to determine which condition has affected the elbow.

The usual treatment involves ice packs, resting the elbow, and medications including aspirin and other NSAIDs. Examples of NSAIDs include naproxen (Naprosyn), diclofenac (Voltaren), and ibuprofen (Motrin).

With severe inflammation, local corticosteroid injections are sometimes given. Using a strap can prevent reinjury. After a gradual rehabilitation exercise program, return to usual activity is best accompanied by ice applications after use. This helps to avoid recurrent inflammation.


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Answered:	9/27/2009

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