Golfer's elbow can be diagnosed with a physical exam and imaging tests if needed. Treatment typically involves rest, ice application, splinting, and oral analgesics to reduce pain. Steroid injections and surgery are reserved for only the most serious cases.
After an injury to your shoulder, elbow, or wrist, you may be required to wear a sling on your arm to help protect it while healing. Wearing a sling keeps your arm against your body and prevents you from moving your arm too much as you heal after an injury. Improperly wearing your sling may delay healing or, worse, injure your arm further.
Every year, thousands of people are diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Similar conditions, such as cubital and radial tunnel syndrome, while not as well-known, are just as prevalent.
