Golfer’s elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis of the humerus, has a tendency to resolve spontaneously in only a small percentage of mild cases, while most patients still require treatment.
Golfer’s elbow is an inflammation of the medial epicondyle of the humerus caused by a variety of reasons, manifested by pain localized to the medial epicondyle of the humerus, and in severe cases, or limited mobility. The medial epicondyle of the humerus is the attachment point of the forearm extensor muscle group, and the patient will have localized changes such as hemorrhage, edema, adhesion, etc., which manifests as pain in the affected area and other clinical symptoms under the stimulation of inflammation.
In mild cases of Golfer’s elbow, the pain can be alleviated by resting for a period of time, during which the affected limb should be avoided from excessive weight-bearing or strenuous exercise as much as possible. In severe cases, pain can be relieved by topical application of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as etoricoxib and celecoxib. Localized physiotherapy or closed treatment is also available.
Golf elbow, patients are advised to seek timely medical treatment to avoid delayed condition. The above drugs need to be used under the guidance of a doctor.