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Hi, unfortunately i have elbow tendonitus. if i twist my arm my elbow pops loud, is this normal or not?? thank you!

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Dr. John Michel answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not normal: Elbow tendonitis can be a number of things. Do you mean tennis elbow? As you say you have tendonitis you must have seen a doctor. Call the doc and get advice for what is the cause of the noise Does not sound serious.

Answered 1/27/2015

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