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The stiff and painful elbow is a relatively common cause for patient presentation to the musculoskeletal specialist and can result from a multitude of possible etiologies. Successful treatment requires correct diagnosis, which can be challenging. A thorough history and detailed physical examination will help the clinician define the problem so a proper treatment plan can be made. This chapter details key considerations to make in order to perform an effective physical examination of the stiff and painful elbow.

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Physical Examination of the Stiff Elbow

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    2025年

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  • Victor Greco,
  • Alexus M. Cooper,
  • Taylor R. Wood,
  • Benjamin R. Graves

摘要

The stiff and painful elbow is a relatively common cause for patient presentation to the musculoskeletal specialist and can result from a multitude of possible etiologies. Successful treatment requires correct diagnosis, which can be challenging. A thorough history and detailed physical examination will help the clinician define the problem so a proper treatment plan can be made. This chapter details key considerations to make in order to perform an effective physical examination of the stiff and painful elbow.