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    Elbow Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatment
    Elbow Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatment
    Elbow Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatment
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    Elbow Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatment

    By Kenneth Kee

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    This book describes Elbow Disorders, Diagnosis and Treatment and Improvised Treatment
    The elbow joint is the area where three long bones (humerus, radius and ulna) connects,.
    Tendinitis can involve the inner or outer elbow.
    Bacteria can infect the abraded skin of the elbow.
    The funny bone or ulnar nerve can be pinched at the elbow to produce numbness and tingling of the little and ring fingers.
    The bone of the upper arm (humerus) connects the inner bone of the forearm (ulna) and the outer bone of the forearm (radius) to form a hinge joint.
    The radius and ulna also connect in the elbow to permit for rotation of the forearm.
    The elbow works to move the arm like a hinge (forward and backward) and in rotation (twisting outward and inward).
    The biceps muscle is the major muscle that pulls inwards (flexes) the elbow hinge.
    The triceps muscle is the major muscle that pushes outwards (extends) the elbow hinge.
    The outer bone of the elbow is called the lateral epicondyle and is a part of the humerus bone.
    Tendons are connected to this area which can be damaged or traumatized, producing inflammation or tendinitis (lateral epicondylitis, or "tennis elbow").
    The inner part of the elbow is a bony prominence called the medial epicondyle.
    A fluid-filled sac (bursa), which functions to decrease friction, overlies the tip of the elbow (olecranon bursa).
    The elbow can be involved by inflammation of the tendons or the bursae or disorders that involve the bones and joints, such as fractures, arthritis, or nerve irritation.
    Joint pain in the elbow can result from trauma or disease affecting any of these structures.
    Tennis elbow is a disorder that causes severe, burning pain over the bone at the side of the elbow.
    Lateral epicondylitis is the medical name for tennis elbow.
    The pain happens from inflammation of the tendon that connects the tendon to the bony projection (called the epicondyle) on the outside of the elbow.
    These tendons can be injured, especially with frequent repetitive motions of the forearm, such as using a manual screwdriver, washing the windows, or striking a backhand in tennis play.
    Tennis elbow then causes inflammation of the tendons, producing pain over the outside of the elbow, sometimes with warmth and swelling but always with local tenderness.
    The elbow keeps its full range of motion, as the inner joint is not involved, and the pain can be particularly observed toward the end of the day.
    Repeated twisting movements or activities that strain the tendon normally produced increased pain.
    These are lifting and throwing.
    Medial epicondylitis is inflammation at the point where the tendons of the forearm connect to the bony prominence of the inner elbow.
    This tendon can become stretched in a golf swing but many repetitive movements can injure the tendon.
    Golfer's elbow is featured by local pain and tenderness over the inner elbow.
    Olecranon bursitis
    Olecranon bursitis is normally manifested with a swelling over the tip of the elbow while the range of motion of the inner elbow joint is maintained.
    Olecranon bursitis (inflammation of the bursa at the tip of the elbow) can happen from injury or minor trauma as an effect of systemic diseases such as gout or rheumatoid arthritis or a local infection.
    Fractures
    The elbow bones can break (fracture) or dislocate into the elbow joint or adjacent to the elbow joint.
    Normally, elbow fractures cause sharp pain in the elbow and X-ray is used to make a diagnosis.
    Elbow Arthritis
    Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disorder of the elbow joints in the human body
    It is the most frequent form of arthritis, followed by rheumatoid arthritis and gouty arthritis.

    TABLE OF CONTENT
    Introduction
    Chapter 1 Elbow Disorders
    Chapter 2 Tennis Elbow
    Chapter 3 Elbow Arthritis
    Chapter 4 Elbow Dislocation
    Chapter 5 Cubical Tunnel Syndrome
    Chap

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherKenneth Kee
    Release dateAug 30, 2019
    ISBN9780463342626
    Elbow Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatment
    Author

    Kenneth Kee

    Medical doctor since 1972.Started Kee Clinic in 1974 at 15 Holland Dr #03-102, relocated to 36 Holland Dr #01-10 in 2009.Did my M.Sc (Health Management ) in 1991 and Ph.D (Healthcare Administration) in 1993.Dr Kenneth Kee is still working as a family doctor at the age of 74However he has reduced his consultation hours to 3 hours in the morning and 2 hours inthe afternoon.He first started writing free blogs on medical disorders seen in the clinic in 2007 on http://kennethkee.blogspot.com.His purpose in writing these simple guides was for the health education of his patients which is also his dissertation for his Ph.D (Healthcare Administration). He then wrote an autobiography account of his journey as a medical student to family doctor on his other blog http://afamilydoctorstale.blogspot.comThis autobiography account “A Family Doctor’s Tale” was combined with his early “A Simple Guide to Medical Disorders” into a new Wordpress Blog “A Family Doctor’s Tale” on http://ken-med.com.From which many free articles from the blog was taken and put together into 1000 eBooks.He apologized for typos and spelling mistakes in his earlier books.He will endeavor to improve the writing in futures.Some people have complained that the simple guides are too simple.For their information they are made simple in order to educate the patients.The later books go into more details of medical disorders.He has published 1000 eBooks on various subjects on health, 1 autobiography of his medical journey, another on the autobiography of a Cancer survivor, 2 children stories and one how to study for his nephew and grand-daughter.The purpose of these simple guides is to educate patient on health disorders and not meant as textbooks.He does not do any night duty since 2000 ever since Dr Tan had his second stroke.His clinic is now relocated to the Buona Vista Community Centre.The 2 units of his original clinic are being demolished to make way for a new Shopping Mall.He is now doing some blogging and internet surfing (bulletin boards since the 1980's) startingwith the Apple computer and going to PC.The entire PC is upgraded by himself from XT to the present Pentium duo core.The present Intel i7 CPU is out of reach at the moment because the CPU is still expensive.He is also into DIY changing his own toilet cistern and other electric appliance.His hunger for knowledge has not abated and he is a lifelong learner.The children have all grown up and there are 2 grandchildren who are even more technically advanced than the grandfather where mobile phones are concerned.This book is taken from some of the many articles in his blog (now with 740 posts) A Family Doctor’s Tale.Dr Kee is the author of:"A Family Doctor's Tale""Life Lessons Learned From The Study And Practice Of Medicine""Case Notes From A Family Doctor"

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      Elbow Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatment - Kenneth Kee

      Elbow Disorders,

      A

      Simple

      Guide

      To

      The Condition,

      Diagnosis,

      Treatment

      And

      Improvised Treatment

      By

      Dr Kenneth Kee

      M.B.,B.S. (Singapore)

      Ph.D (Healthcare Administration)

      Copyright Kenneth Kee 2019 Smashwords Edition

      Published by Kenneth Kee at Smashwords.com

      Dedication

      This book is dedicated

      To my wife Dorothy

      And my children

      Carolyn, Grace

      And Kelvin

      This book describes Elbow Disorders, Diagnosis and Treatment and Improvised Treatment which is seen in some of my patients in my Family Clinic

      (What You Need to Treat Elbow Disorders, Diagnosis and Treatment and Improvised Treatment)

      This e-Book is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This eBook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each reader.

      If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy.

      Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      Introduction

      I have been writing medical articles for my blog: http://kennethkee.blogspot.com (A Simple Guide to Medical Disorder) for the benefit of my patients since 2007.

      My purpose in writing these simple guides was for the health education of my patients.

      Health Education was also my dissertation for my Ph.D (Healthcare Administration).

      I then wrote an autobiography account of my journey as a medical student to family doctor on my other blog: http://afamilydoctorstale.blogspot.com.

      This autobiography account A Family Doctor’s Tale was combined with my early A Simple Guide to Medical Disorders into a new Wordpress Blog A Family Doctor’s Tale on http://kenkee481.wordpress.com.

      From which many free articles from the blog was taken and put together into 800 e-Books.

      Some people have complained that the simple guides are too simple.

      For their information they are made simple in order to educate the patients.

      The later books go into more details of medical disorders.

      The first chapter is always from my earlier blogs which unfortunately tends to have typos and spelling mistakes.

      Since 2013, I have tried to improve my spelling and writing.

      As I tried to bring the patient the latest information about a disorder or illness by reading the latest journals both online and offline, I find that I am learning more and improving on my own medical knowledge in diagnosis and treatment for my patients.

      Just by writing all these simple guides I find that I have learned a lot from your reviews (good or bad), criticism and advice.

      I am sorry for the repetitions in these simple guides as the second chapters onwards have new information as compared to my first chapter taken from my blog.

      I also find repetition definitely help me and maybe some readers to remember the facts in the books more easily.

      I apologize if these repetitions are irritating to some readers.

      Chapter 1

      Elbow and Disorders

      The elbow joint is the area where three long bones (humerus, radius and ulna) connects,.

      Tendinitis can involve the inner or outer elbow.

      The treatment of tendinitis involves rest, ice, and medication for inflammation.

      Bacteria can infect the abraded skin of the elbow.

      The funny bone or ulnar nerve can be pinched at the elbow to produce numbness and tingling of the little and ring fingers.

      The elbow is the joint where three long bones join in the middle part of the arm.

      The bone of the upper arm (humerus) connects the inner bone of the forearm (ulna) and the outer bone of the forearm (radius) to form a hinge joint.

      The radius and ulna also connect in the elbow to permit for rotation of the forearm.

      The elbow works to move the arm like a hinge (forward and backward) and in rotation (twisting outward and inward).

      The biceps muscle is the major muscle that pulls inwards (flexes) the elbow hinge.

      The triceps muscle is the major muscle that pushes outwards (extends) the elbow hinge.

      The outer bone of the elbow is called the lateral epicondyle and is a part of the humerus bone.

      Tendons are connected to this area which can be damaged or traumatized, producing inflammation or tendinitis (lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow).

      The inner part of the elbow is a bony prominence called the medial epicondyle.

      A fluid-filled sac (bursa), which functions to decrease friction, overlies the tip of the elbow (olecranon bursa).

      The elbow can be involved by inflammation of the tendons or the bursae or disorders that involve the bones and joints, such as fractures, arthritis, or nerve irritation.

      Joint pain in the elbow can result from trauma or disease affecting any of these structures.

      Tennis elbow is a disorder that causes severe, burning pain over the bone at the side of the elbow.

      Lateral epicondylitis is the medical name for tennis elbow.

      The pain happens from inflammation of the tendon that connects the tendon to the bony projection (called the epicondyle) on the outside of the elbow.

      Tendinitis

      Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow):

      The lateral epicondyle is the outside bony part of the elbow where the large tendons (biceps, triceps) attach to the elbow from the muscles of the forearm.

      These tendons can be injured, especially with frequent repetitive motions of the forearm, such as using a manual screwdriver, washing the windows, or striking a backhand in tennis play.

      Tennis elbow then causes inflammation of the tendons, producing pain over the outside of the elbow, sometimes with warmth and swelling but always with local tenderness.

      The elbow keeps its full range of motion, as the inner joint is not involved, and the pain can be particularly observed toward the end of the day.

      Repeated twisting movements or activities that strain the tendon normally produced increased pain.

      These are lifting and throwing.

      X-rays are typically normal, but if chronic tendinitis has happened, X-rays can show calcium deposits in the

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