Elbow Bursitis
HISTORY:
elbow swelling for
Onset: , following
Severity: , / 10
Worsening factors:
, up to °, over
Treatments tried: ,
Occupation:
Dominant hand:
Other elements:
EXAM:
Elbow:
- Inspection:
- Palpation: on
- Range of motion:
- Flexion:
- Neurovascular: , distal pulses , cap refill , sensation , distal strength /5
ASSESSMENT:
DDx:
PLAN:
- X-ray of elbow
- MRI of elbow
- Blood work: ,
- Bursa aspiration
- Ice application
- Avoid leaning on elbow
- Elbow pad for protection
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- Steroid injection
- Referral to orthopedic surgeon
- Follow-up in
- Return if pain worsens, if new symptoms develop such as redness or swelling, or if symptoms do not improve with treatment
- Go to ER if severe pain, inability to move the elbow, or fever occurs