Definition:

Arthritis characterized by erosion of articular cartilage of the upper arm, 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
• Crepitus in the elbow with movement

Causes:

• Wear and tear
• Trauma
• Previous fracture
• Age related degeneration

Treatment:

• ROM and stretching
• Elbow stabilization strengthening
• Upper extremity strengthening exercise