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Dr. Raskin has over thirty years of experience in diagnosing and treating a variety of elbow conditions throughout New York and beyond. His surgical expertise for elbow conditions such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, tendon ruptures and more, has transformed the lives of patients, many of whom had previously given up hope.
Here are just a few of the elbow conditions that Dr. Raskin treats for patients suffering from a variety of injuries or chronic pain.
Tennis elbow / Golfer’s elbow (Tendonitis)
Also known as lateral epicondylitis, tennis elbow, or golfer ’s elbow, is a painful condition that is normally caused by prolonged use. It is characterized by inflammation of the tendons that join the forearm muscles on the outside of the elbow. At The Raskin Center for Hand, Wrist & Elbow Surgery, we provide effective treatment for tennis elbow in NYC…
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Entrapment)
Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition whereby the ulnar nerve, which travels from your neck into your hand, becomes compressed or irritated behind the inside part of the elbow. This can cause tingling, numbness and loss of function…
Bicep Tendon Tears
Tendons have an important role in our body, attaching our muscles to our bones, so that we can move around properly. The biceps tendon is a strong length of fibrous tissue that connects the biceps muscle to the bones in the shoulder and runs along the front of your upper arm. Unfortunately, if this tendon becomes weakened or damaged, it can rupture. This will affect your ability to use your arm properly, and without treatment, can cause permanent weakness in the affected limb…
Elbow Fractures – Olecranon and Radial Head
Are you dealing with pain, stiffness, or swelling after undergoing trauma to your elbow? You could have an elbow fracture. The elbow is more complex than most people realize and there are actually two main types of fracture that can affect the elbow. These are olecranon and radial head fractures. Dr. Raskin at The Raskin Center for Hand, Wrist & Elbow Surgery in Manhattan, NY is a skilled Orthopedic surgeon, who has helped many patients regain the function of their elbow after severe fractures…