Elbow

At Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists, our specialty-trained elbow doctors in Wichita are experts in providing evaluation and treatment for elbow injuries and conditions.

When a patient is coping with elbow pain, whether it is due to a sports injury, such as tennis elbow, another type of tendon injury, or arthritis, an elbow doctor can offer their skills and knowledge. Because they have specialized training, they can offer a deep level of expertise that allows them to give advice to a patient about his or her elbow problems, and then follow up with skilled medical care.

Depending on the patient, the treatment the elbow doctor recommends may be noninvasive or minimally invasive, such as a medication therapy or physical therapy. Other times, surgery is the best choice. Elbow doctors can perform a variety of elbow surgeries, such as a surgery called cubital tunnel release. This surgery relieves pressure on the ulnar nerve of those with a painful elbow condition called cubital tunnel syndrome.

Because the human body is interconnected, sometimes an issue in one area can affect another part of the body. For instance, an elbow injury could also cause pain in the shoulder, wrist, or hand. An elbow surgeon or doctor will be able to expertly diagnose the condition and can understand how elbow pain may be impacting another part of the upper extremity. 

Elbow Symptoms of Concern

These experiences and symptoms can be related to elbow problems and may be familiar to you:

Common Elbow Conditions & Injuries

An elbow specialist may diagnose you with one of the following elbow injuries or conditions:

Exceptional Elbow Care at Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists

When you visit Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists in Wichita, you’ll meet with one of our elbow doctors, Dr. Kellis Bulleigh or Dr. Justin Strickland. Our specialty-trained medical experts treat patients just like you, helping restore them to better health and an improved quality of life. They not only provide medical care for conditions like tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, and arthritis, but they also have a deep understanding of the challenges patients with elbow issues face and know how to listen to and address your questions and concerns.

Our specialty-trained elbow doctors always strive to recommend a nonsurgical treatment option first. Through their diagnostic process, they will be able to determine if a nonoperative treatment, such as physical therapy or medication, will be the best approach.

However, if surgery is needed, our elbow experts will apply their advanced skills to perform the surgery, using our state-of-the-art technology. Whether you need cubital tunnel release or another procedure, they'll be with you every step of the way, from your first consultation, during your surgical procedure, and through your recovery and rehabilitation.