## Overview Medial epicondylar pain is discomfort at the bony prominence on the inside of the elbow where several muscles originate. It is usually part of a broader elbow problem rather than an isolated condition. Lameness and pain on palpation of the medial epicondyle are the main findings. ## Causes Strain at the muscle origin or associated joint pathology. ## Diagnosis Palpation and imaging of the elbow region. ## Treatment Rest and anti-inflammatories. Treat any concurrent elbow joint disease. ## Recovery and Prognosis Generally good. ## Prevention Avoidance of repetitive overload.
deep medial elbow pain; pain on palpation of the medial epicondyle; usually part of broader elbow pathology
## Overview Medial epicondylar pain is discomfort at the bony prominence on the inside of the elbow where several muscles originate. It is usually part of a broader elbow problem rather than an isolated condition. Lameness and pain on palpation of the medial epicondyle are the main findings. ## Causes Strain at the muscle origin or associated joint pathology. ## Diagnosis Palpation and imaging of the elbow region. ## Treatment Rest and anti-inflammatories. Treat any concurrent elbow joint disease. ## Recovery and Prognosis Generally good. ## Prevention Avoidance of repetitive overload.
deep medial elbow pain; pain on palpation of the medial epicondyle; usually part of broader elbow pathology