By this point your elbow may feel slightly better; the key now is to start moving the joint. Doing some gentle movements such as bending and straightening the joint and turning your hand to face downwards and upwards can help.
Simple analgesics can be used after injury, most of which can be bought over the counter in shops, supermarkets or pharmacy’s. Examples are:
You may have been prescribed an alternative pain killer, please refer to specific advice for that tablet if this is the case.
Most injuries take 2-3 weeks to recover but can sometimes take up to 6 weeks to be completely comfortable.
You may have been given a follow-up appointment with an elbow specialist or physiotherapist. It is important that you keep your appointment to make sure your elbow fully recovers.
If you have any ongoing concerns or queries about your elbow injury you should contact NHS 111 or your local GP. If your concern is an emergency, attend your local Emergency Department.
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a smoke-free organisation. You are not permitted to smoke or in use e-cigarettes in any of the hospital buildings or grounds.
