Elbow
For over three decades, Shoreline Orthopaedics has proudly delivered comprehensive, compassionate, and state-of-the-art orthopaedic services to the communities of West Michigan. Throughout those years, we’ve earned a reputation for medical excellence, integrity, and genuine dedication to every patient’s well-being. That tradition of trusted care continues with our elbow specialists, who bring focused skill and experience to every patient they treat.
An elbow doctor is trained to diagnose and manage a wide range of injuries and conditions that affect this important joint. These highly skilled providers treat everything from overuse injuries and tendonitis to fractures, ligament damage, and arthritis. Many elbow doctors also have advanced training in related areas, ensuring a complete approach to care.
At Shoreline Orthopaedics, our elbow specialists offer unmatched expertise in the treatment of both common and complex elbow conditions. Whether your pain started after a sports injury, a fall, or has gradually worsened over time, we are here to help you heal and regain motion, strength, and function.
Signs of an Elbow Injury or Condition
Pain or loss of function in the elbow may signal an injury or condition that needs professional evaluation. You may benefit from seeing an elbow specialist if you experience:
- Clicking, locking, or instability
- Difficulty lifting, throwing, or extending the arm
- Lingering discomfort from a previous injury
- Numbness or tingling in the forearm or hand
- Pain during movement or at rest
- Swelling or warmth around the elbow joint
- Weak grip or reduced arm strength
Our specialists are experienced in treating a wide range of elbow-related conditions, including:
- Elbow arthritis, bursitis, dislocations, and fractures
- Golfer’s and tennis elbow
- Ligament injuries
- Nerve compression
- Overuse injuries
- Tendon injuries
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Orthopaedic Urgent Care
Injuries don’t wait, and neither should you. We proudly offer same-day appointments and walk-ins for children and adults with sudden orthopaedic injuries, such as:
- Dislocations
- Simple fractures
- Sprained ligaments and strained muscles or tendons
- Wrist, forearm, and lower extremity injuries
Get specialized care without the hassle or high cost of the emergency room.
Superior Access to Elbow Care
At Shoreline Orthopaedics, our team of orthopaedic specialists, surgeons, and advanced practice providers works together to deliver exceptional care throughout your treatment and recovery. We focus on building personalized care plans that support your specific injury, lifestyle, and activity goals.
When possible, we utilize conservative options such as physical therapy, rest, bracing, and ultrasound-guided injections. For severe or complex cases, surgical treatment may be recommended. Our surgeons are highly skilled in advanced procedures, including tendon repair, fracture fixation, ligament reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery.
Patient Education Center
Empower your recovery with knowledge. Our patient education center offers helpful resources on conditions, treatments, and wellness to support your health every step of the way.