Definition:

Arthritis characterized by erosion of articular cartilage of the elbow, which becomes soft, frayed, and thinned with eburnation of subchondral bone and outgrowths of marginal osteophytes; pain and loss of function result.

Symptoms:

• Pain in the elbow
• Stiffness in the elbow
• Loss of ROM in the elbow

Causes:

• Repetitive arm use
• Previous injury
• Repetitive throwing

Treatment:

• ROM and stretching to elbow
• Upper extremity strengthening exercises
• Posture program