Problems elsewhere in the body that can cause pain in the elbow
Occasionally a problem elsewhere in the body can cause pain in the arm or elbow. These may include:
- A neck problem such as a pinched nerve in the neck.
- A shoulder problem such as arthritis in the shoulder.
- A wrist problem such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
- A heart problem such as angina pectoris.
- A tumor or bone cyst near the elbow or in the arm.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: February 19, 2009 |
| Medical Review: |
William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
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