Stiff Elbow

Stiff Elbow refers to limitation of movement in the elbow joint. There are many reasons for limitation of movement, but the most common cause is traumas and fractures or dislocations. We are able to perform the movements in our daily life in the 100-degree elbow movement arc.

When the limitation of movement is greater than this degree, a restriction occurs in our normal functions. The aim of treatment is to increase range of motion.

Treatment is applied according to the cause and in many patients those who had long time after the event, physical therapy has no benefit at the beginning. Loosening should be done with surgery and then physical therapy should be applied.