The most common elbow surgery, this condition is when the “funny bone” nerve is irritated by crossing the inner elbow. You start physical therapy three weeks after this simple procedure.
Arthroscopic ("scope") surgery can be effective for various elbow conditions, especially for cartilage tears and for removing loose pieces of cartilage or spurs. Dr. Skedros can often do this with only 2 or 3 stitches, and he can determine if you would benefit from arthroscopy or from a "mini-open" procedure.
Tennis elbow (a problem at the outer aspect of the elbow) sometimes requires surgery. Cortisone shots often help to temporize this problem, but can take a long time to get better. Dr. Skedros can advise you on surgical and non-surgical options. Golfer's elbow (at the inner elbow) can usually be corrected without surgery.