Patient Question
Hello Doctor,
I've been experiencing pain in my elbow whenever I try to straighten my arm. I'm not sure what caused it, but the pain has been consistent and hasn't worsened. When I attempt to straighten my arm, I feel a sharp pain in my elbow. Any idea what might be causing this?
Answered by Dr. Hans Joachim Poessel
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
Initial Treatment:
Apply Voltaren gel to the affected area.
Cover the area with cling film for 3-5 nights.
Monitoring:
Monitor the pain and any changes in your symptoms.
Follow-up:
If the pain persists after 10 days, seek advice from an elbow specialist in your area.
Thanks
