What can cause elbow pain?

It may be due to tendon injuries such as epicondylitis or epitrochleitis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, overload from repetitive movements, trauma or joint wear and tear. The exact cause must be assessed with a medical examination.

When should I consult a doctor if I have elbow pain?

It is advisable to consult a doctor if the pain lasts for weeks, limits your daily or sporting activity, reduces your strength, causes swelling or does not improve with rest, physiotherapy or other conservative measures.

What treatments can be considered?

It depends on the diagnosis. In some cases, biological treatments such as platelet-rich plasma or stem cells can be considered, in addition to physiotherapy, therapeutic exercise, load management and medical follow-up.

Do biological therapies work for any elbow pain?

Not all elbow pain improves with biological treatments. It is necessary to study the origin of the pain, the condition of the tissue, the duration of the evolution and previous treatments before prescribing a biological therapy.

Will I be able to play sports again?

The aim is to restore function and reduce pain in order to return progressively to activity, but the timeframe and outcome depend on the type of injury, tissue healing and the recovery plan.

Elbow pain

If pain limits your day-to-day life, it is worth understanding what is causing it.

Elbow pain can occur due to overload, repetitive movements, tendon injuries, inflammation or joint wear and tear. At Eonlife we study the origin of the pain to assess whether a biological treatment can help you reduce inflammation and move again with more confidence.

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Reduce pain

We work to reduce the inflammation and pain associated with tendon, joint, or overload injuries of the elbow.

Recover arm function

The aim is for you to put on weight again, cut food, work with your arm or play sport with greater confidence.

Consider a less invasive alternative

If conservative treatment is not enough, biological treatments can be considered before resorting to more aggressive procedures.

Common pathologies related to elbow pain

Elbow pain can have various origins. These are some of the conditions we most frequently assess when the pain persists or limits arm function.

Also known as tennis elbow. It usually occurs due to overload of the tendons on the outside of the elbow and can cause pain when gripping, lifting heavy weights or playing racquet sports.

Also known as golfer's elbow. It affects the inner side of the elbow and can cause pain when flexing the wrist, closing the hand, or making repetitive movements.

Inflammation of the bursa located at the back of the elbow. It can cause swelling, tenderness and discomfort when resting or moving the joint.

Joint wear and tear that can cause stiffness, pain, loss of mobility and difficulty carrying out everyday movements normally.

Elbow pain

A small pain can limit you much more than it seems

The elbow is involved in many everyday movements. When pain persists, it can reduce strength, limit movement, and cause you to avoid certain activities. Identifying whether the origin lies in the tendon, the joint, or wear and tear makes it possible to assess a personalised biological approach.

Common symptoms and causes

Elbow pain can appear suddenly or become a persistent nuisance. Here are some signs and causes worth considering.

Pain when gripping or lifting weights

It can appear when picking up a bag, a racket, a tool or any object that forces the forearm muscles to activate.

Discomfort when flexing or extending the elbow

Some injuries cause pain when moving the joint, stretching the arm or resting the elbow on a surface.

Loss of strength

Inflammation or tendon injury can cause you to notice less strength when closing your hand, gripping objects or performing repetitive movements.

Repetitive strain injury

Racket sports, manual work, computers, tools or repeated movements can overload the tendons and muscles of the forearm.

Local inflammation or tenderness

In some cases, swelling, heat, tenderness or localised pain may occur on the inner, outer or back of the elbow.

Each pain can have a different cause.

That is why the process begins with a medical diagnosis and a personalised assessment before deciding on the treatment.

Medical evaluation and examination

We review your symptoms, when the pain occurs, what movements make it worse, your daily or sports activity and the treatments you have already tried.

Testing and diagnostics

Depending on the case, we assess imaging tests, physical examination and medical history to identify whether the problem is tendinous, articular, inflammatory or due to overuse.

Personalised treatment plan

As instructed, we are defining the most appropriate treatment for your injury. This may include biological therapies, physiotherapy or therapeutic exercise.

Recovery tracking

Post-treatment follow-up is just as important as the treatment itself. Pain, functionality, and the return to activity will indicate whether the plan needs to be readjusted.

Potential solutions

Available treatments for elbow pain

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): stimulates natural tissue repair

PRP is obtained from a small sample of the patient's own blood. Following a centrifugation process, the platelet-rich plasma is concentrated and applied precisely to the injured tissue to enhance the natural repair mechanisms.

Expectations

What you can expect from the treatment

Recovery depends on the type of injury, how long you have had pain, the condition of the tissue and your involvement in the recovery process. The goal is to work on the cause of the pain and support a progressive return to function.

Initial assessment

Understanding the starting point

Before treatment, we need to know which structure is causing the pain and which options make the most sense in your case.

First few weeks

Progressive reduction of pain

In some patients improvement may be noticed progressively as inflammation subsides and the function of the affected tissue improves.

Follow-up

Gradual return to activity

Monitoring helps to track progress, adjust loads and support the recovery of everyday, work-related or athletic movement.

If elbow pain is limiting your day-to-day life, do not normalise it: find out what is going on.

Request a medical assessment to investigate the origin of the pain and find out which options can help you regain mobility, strength and comfort when moving your arm.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What can cause elbow pain?
It may be due to tendon injuries such as epicondylitis or epitrochleitis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, overload from repetitive movements, trauma or joint wear and tear. The exact cause must be assessed with a medical examination.
When should I consult a doctor if I have elbow pain?
It is advisable to consult a doctor if the pain lasts for weeks, limits your daily or sporting activity, reduces your strength, causes swelling or does not improve with rest, physiotherapy or other conservative measures.
What treatments can be considered?
It depends on the diagnosis. In some cases, biological treatments such as platelet-rich plasma or stem cells can be considered, in addition to physiotherapy, therapeutic exercise, load management and medical follow-up.
Do biological therapies work for any elbow pain?
Not all elbow pain improves with biological treatments. It is necessary to study the origin of the pain, the condition of the tissue, the duration of the evolution and previous treatments before prescribing a biological therapy.
Will I be able to play sports again?
The aim is to restore function and reduce pain in order to return progressively to activity, but the timeframe and outcome depend on the type of injury, tissue healing and the recovery plan.

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