Medial epicondylitis is also known as golfer elbow, baseball elbow, suitcase elbow, or forehand tennis elbow. It causes pain from the elbow to the wrist on the inside (medial side) of the elbow. The pain is caused by damage to the tendons that bend the wris toward the palm. A tendon is a tough cord of tissue that connects muscles to bones.
Medial epicondylitis is caused when too much force is used to bend the wrist toward the palm. This can happen when swinging a golf club or pitching a baseball. Other possible causes of the condition include:
The most common symptom of medial epicondylitis is pain along the palm side of the forearm, from the elbow to the wrist, on the same side as the little anger. The pain can be felt when bending the wrist toward the palm against resistance or when squeezing a rubber ball.
The symptoms of medial epicondylitis may look like other health problems or conditions. Always see your healthcare provider for a diagnosis.
The diagnosis of medial epicondylitis often can be made based on a physical exam. Your healthcare provider may rest your arm on a table, palm side up, and ask you to raise your hand by bending your wrist against resistance. If you have the condition, pain often is felt in the inner aspect of the elbow.
Treatment for medial epicondylitis includes stopping the activity that produces the symptoms. It is important to stop doingthe movement that caused condition in the place.
Treatment may include:
Being aware of your daily movements can help prevent this condition. Some suggestions include: