Elbow Braces - Relief for Arthritis, Joint Pain, Tennis Elbow and Epicondylitis

One of the best ways to keep your elbows in peak physical health following injury or long-term usage is to wear a modern elbow brace customized for your situation and physical condition. The use of an elbow brace is particularly helpful to let you continue playing your favorite sports despite mild soreness. This is especially practical for tennis, basketball, volleyball and other sports that require consistent overhead action. The proper brace is also a critical part of a successful physical therapy regimen.

Common Injuries That May Cause Elbow Pain

There are a large number of conditions that may benefit from the use of a brace. Two of the most common conditions, tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow, are named for the sports that frequently contribute to their occurance. Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is the inflammation of the tendons attached to the bony outside edge of the elbow. Interestingly enough, only 5% of tennis elbow sufferers develop the condition as a result of playing tennis. This condition is treated through a number of methods, including ice, medication and surgical intervention. Braces are an extremely common treatment for tennis elbow.  We have several tennis elbow braces in stock.

Golfer’s elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis, is very similar to tennis elbow, but occurs on the bony inside portion of the elbow rather than the outside portion. Just as in tennis elbow, playing golf may certainly lead to this condition, but most cases of golfer’s elbow are caused by other activities. Braces are an especially effective way to treat and prevent golfer’s elbow.  BraceAbility has a large selection of golfers elbow braces.

Other elbow injuries that may benefit from the use of a brace include elbow sprains or physical therapy following broken elbows. Damage or inflammation of the elbow tip itself is known as olecranon bursitis, and may occur for a number of reasons, including trauma, infection or other medical conditions.

Diseases and Conditions That May Cause Elbow Pain

One of the most consistent and common conditions that can affect arm comfort is arthritis in the elbow, which occurs in many forms that benefit from use of an elbow brace. The various types of arthritis include:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Gouty arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Reactive arthritis, also known as Reiter’s disease

They typically cause pain in the elbow joint, decreased range of motion, and inflammation.

Infections of the skin or elbow joint may also lead to pain in the elbow. Cellulitis, or infection of the skin, may occur as a result of common bacteria entering through a wound. It may occasionally develop into olecranon bursitis when not treated promptly or properly. Infection of the joint, known as septic arthritis, may occur in diabetic patients or patients with suppressed immune systems. During the treatment and recovery period following these conditions, a brace may be worn to help minimize pain.

Other conditions such as surgery or tumor growth may necessitate the use of a brace for protection during the recovery period. Elbow braces may also be utilized as part of a therapy program for a larger or systemic condition that is affecting much of the body.

Choosing the Right Elbow Brace for Your Arm

 For more serious conditions or as part of a physical therapy program, the perfect brace for your arm can be determined by working with your medical professional. They may be able to give excellent advice and specifics regarding what types and sizes of braces are ideal for you. For mild discomfort and preventative usage, you can easily choose your own brace by reviewing the descriptions of each of the braces on our product page or by navigating through the diseases and conditions listed on the sidebar.