inflammation

Elbow Bursitis

Elbow bursitis, also known as Students elbow or Olecranon bursitis, is swelling and inflammation of the bursa at the back of the elbow. Symptoms Pain and swelling over the back of the elbow. Symptoms may come on rapidly from direct trauma, or develop over time with repetitive stress. If the bursa is infected, the skin

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Triceps Tendonitis

Triceps tendonitis (tendinopathy) is an overuse injury, resulting in inflammation or degeneration of the triceps tendon where it inserts into the back of the elbow. Symptoms Pain which develops gradually over time. Symptoms are is felt both at rest and during exercise. Back of elbow will be tender to touch. Limited mobility and reduced strength.

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Biceps Tendonitis

Proximal (Shoulder) Distal (Elbow) When the tendons that connect the biceps muscle to bone become inflamed, this is referred to as biceps tendonitis. Biceps tendonitis can occur at either one of the tendon attachment locations — the shoulder or the elbow. Symptoms Proximal Pain and inflammation at the front of the shoulder. Pain may develop

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