Elbow Treatments

Our professional team of surgeons and consultants are available to discuss all aspects of private elbow surgery. This page outlines some of the more common elbow treatments.

The elbow joint is a complex joint that involves a combination of movements in everyday activity. The main movement is bending (flexing) and straightening (extending) however part of the elbow joint is involved with rotation of the forearm. As a result the elbow relies on both the bones of the joint as well as several tendons to stabilize and move the joint.

Common Treatments

In the following section we detail some common treatments for this part of the body and the conditions they aim to treat.

Elbow arthroscopy

Summary This operation is performed for simple problems occurring in the elbow such as early arthritis, loose bodies or cartilage problems. The elbow, like most joints, can be operated on through…

Golfer’s Elbow Release

Summary This operation is performed for a condition called golfer’s elbow. The aim of the operation is to remove the degenerate tendon on the inner aspect of the elbow to promote a healing…

Hyaluronic acid injections

Orthovisc T injection Summary This procedure is performed for tendinopathies around the elbow, particularly tennis and golfer’s elbow. The aim of the procedure is to promote a healing response…

Olecranon Bursa Excision

Summary This operation is performed for a condition called olecranon bursitis. The aim of the operation is to remove the chronically infected and inflamed olecranon bursa. It should not be…

Open elbow debridement

OK procedure Summary This operation is performed for pain, catching or stiffness caused by early arthritis. When a joint develops arthritis the body forms extra bone around the joint called…

Tennis Elbow Release

Summary This operation is performed for a condition called tennis elbow. The aim of the operation is to remove the degenerate tendon on the outer aspect of the elbow to promote a healing response…

Total elbow replacement

Total elbow arthroplasty Summary This operation is performed for arthritis affecting the elbow. This can be caused by conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis or as a result of…