Elbow is one of the main joints that connects forearm with the rest of the arm till shoulder. There are various conditions which can cause abnormalities in elbow and these include injury, dislocation, striking with hard...
Overview
Elbow is one of the main joints that connects forearm with the rest of the arm till shoulder. There are various conditions which can cause abnormalities in elbow and these include injury, dislocation, striking with hard surfaces etc. Elbow joint is very important joint used to perform various activities. This is one of the important joints which help in hand movement and helpful in lifting loads and various other activities.
Causes of Elbow Abnormalities
Various causes related to the condition or abnormality of Elbow includes:
Infection
Elbow infection can be caused due to various factors which can include pathogen like bacteria, virus or some autoimmune disease conditions. This condition leads to the abnormality in Elbow and make it difficult for to perform Elbow movements.
Bone dislocations
Elbow dislocation is another main cause of elbow abnormalities. There are various functions related to elbow like lifting loads and other main activities. Bone dislocation can occur due to striking, accidents, falls etc.
Injury
Injury in Elbow is common and can be due to various conditions. There are various conditions which lead to Elbow injuries like striking Elbow to hard surfaces, accidents, falls etc. All these conditions limit the functioning of Elbow and person will not be able to move Elbow freely
Fracture
Elbow fracture is related to bone condition which occurs when bone is involved in Elbow abnormality. Elbow in side of the body can be due to various conditions or abnormalities like injury, accident, falls, sticking with hard surfaces etc.
Osteoporosis
There are various medical condition related to health which buildup over the time and leads to the formation of Elbow abnormality. One such medical condition is osteoporosis which builds up over the time and causes bones to lose its strength and quality in Elbow. Osteoporosis is the condition of bones related to nutritional and exposure abnormalities related to Elbow. All these conditions can lead to the condition of osteoporosis in Elbow.
List of tests for Elbow Abnormalities
Here is the list of tests for Elbow abnormalities.
- MRI Elbow (Book Now)
- CECT elbow (Book Now)
- X-Ray Elbow (Book Now)
- NCCT Elbow (Book Now)
Conclusion
Elbow abnormalities are the conditions which limit the functioning of elbow. Based on the severity of Elbow; doctor may prescribe test like CT, MRI, X-ray etc. for detecting abnormality. USG Elbow test is affordable, easy and take less time to complete. This procedure uses transducer which emits sound waves which can help to detect abnormalities after bouncing back from the Elbow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
What are the uses of elbow joint?
Elbow joint is one of the important joints in arm, which helps in movement and bending of arm.
What are the causes of elbow abnormalities?
There are various abnormalities of elbow including infection, dislocation, fracture etc.
Can I book elbow test online in Delhi?
Yes, you can book elbow test online in Delhi.
