Here are some of the possible causes of elbow pain:

Accidental Injuries

Some injuries, ideally, are one-time occurrences, such as when you fall or are hit hard while playing a sport.

• Elbow dislocation A dislocated elbow occurs when one of the bones that make up the elbow is knocked out of place. One of the more common causes is reaching out to catch yourself during a fall. It can also happen to toddlers when they are swinging by their forearms, which is known as the nursemaid's elbow. If you believe you or your child has a dislocated elbow, contact your doctor immediately.
• A fractured elbow occurs when one of your arm bones breaks at the elbow. This is usually caused by a sudden blow, such as in a contact sport or a car accident. Don't be deceived if you can still move your elbow afterward. It could be broken if you're in pain and it doesn't look right. You will require medical attention.
• Sprains and strains Put these in the category of "Oof, I think I went a little too far." A strain occurs when muscles are stretched or torn. A sprain occurs when ligaments are injured.

Wear and Tear Injuries

Other injuries develop over time as you repeat certain actions that cause wear and tear on your elbow. You can injure yourself while playing sports or working in any setting, from a factory to an office.

• Bursitis: Often caused by repetitive motions, bursitis can also be caused by an accident or infection. Bursae are small sacs filled with fluid. They are found in your joints and help to cushion your bones, tendons, and muscles. They also aid in the movement of skin over bone. However, they can swell and cause pain. Bursitis is frequently treated with pain medication and begins to improve within a few weeks.
• Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow are both types of tendinopathy or tendinosis, which means you have overuse damage in the tendons around your elbow. Despite the names, the injuries do not only affect golfers and tennis players. Because of the arm motions used in those sports, you're just more likely to get them. The tennis elbow affects the outside of the elbow, whereas golfer's elbow affects the inside.
• Trapped nerves: You may be familiar with carpal tunnel syndrome, which occurs when a nerve that runs through your wrist becomes compressed, causing wrist and arm pain. Similar issues can arise in your elbow.
• Stress fractures: A stress fracture is a small crack in one of your arm bones caused by overuse. They're more common in the lower legs and feet, but athletes who throw frequently, like baseball pitchers, can get them in the elbow as well. Throwing usually causes more pain.