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What Are the Causes of Long-Term Elbow Pain?

The elbow is responsible for many movements throughout the course of a day. Over time, pain can set in and make even the simplest of tasks very painful. There are various causes for long-term elbow pain.

  1. Arthritis

    • Arthritis is a condition that causes an inflammation of the joints that can lead to pain and inflammation.

    Bursitis

    • Inside joints are bursa sacks, which basically act as padding. They can be become inflamed and painful and cause a condition called bursitis.

    Gout

    • Gout is a condition where there is an excess of uric acid that builds up in the body and pools up around the joints, causing pain.

    Tennis Elbow

    • This is condition that is caused from repetitive flexing and extending motions of the elbow. Tennis and any profession that requires a lot of repetitive elbow bending can cause it.

    Tendinitis

    • Tendinitis is a condition where the tendons on the elbow get injured and inflamed leading to pain. This is often due to a past injury.

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