Whether your difficulty is due to an accident, work related problem (such as repetitive arm motion or a pinched nerve), sports injury or the result of a more long term, degenerative condition such as arthritis, we can help. Our team will diagnose your issue and develop an individualized treatment plan based on your health and lifestyle goals.
Common conditions we treat include:
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Arthritis of the elbow
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Sprains
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Dislocations
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Bone fracture
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Inflammation of the bursa sac at the tip of the elbow
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Stretched or torn ligament
Your treatment plan may include:
-Medication. Medications may be prescribed to ease discomfort and increase functionality.
-Injections. Injections directly into the area may reduce inflammation and pain, allowing for greater mobility.
- Physical therapy. Specialized and focused physical therapy may help promote healing and improve functionality
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- Surgical intervention. Options including a variety of procedures, ranging from minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery to open procedures.
Advanced Surgical Techniques
At PinnacleHealth, we specialize in minimally invasive surgical techniques to insure the most successful results for our patients. Most of our procedures are performed laparoscopically, some utilizing robotic capabilities. For our patients, this means smaller incisions, a faster recovery, and a quicker return to joint functionality.
Common procedures include:
- Removing loose debris
- Removing bone spurs
- Loosening the joint capsule
- Assessing cartilage damage
- Removal of damaged tendons
Most of these procedures can be performed arthroscopically.
A Team Approach to Patient Care
In addition to advanced technology, the medical professionals at PinnacleHealth use a collaborative team approach to provide patients with the best possible care in a supportive environment. Our physicians and staff work collectively to insure that each patient’s experience is a positive one, offering step by step guidance from the pre-operative stage through rehabilitation.
For more information, or for help locating an orthopedic specialist close to you, call the PinnacleHealth OneLine contact center at
(717) 231-8900 to speak with one of our customer service representatives.