Precision Elbow Care
from Mississippi’s Trusted Orthopaedic Experts
From tendonitis and ligament injuries to fractures and arthritis, the elbow requires precision care to relieve pain and restore flexibility. At Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, our fellowship-trained elbow specialists provide advanced evaluation, targeted therapy, and state-of-the-art surgical techniques for both overuse and traumatic injuries. With more than 40 years of trusted experience serving Mississippi’s athletes, workers, and families, we’re dedicated to helping you regain comfort, mobility, and confidence.
Don’t ignore the pain. Take the first step toward healing today.
Symptoms & When to See Us
Elbow pain with gripping, lifting, or twisting
Swelling or stiffness
Pain radiating into the forearm or wrist
Weakness or loss of strength
Clicking, locking, or instability
Numbness or tingling in fingers (possible nerve compression)
Deformity or bruising after an injury
If pain limits your motion, affects work, or follows a sports injury or fall, early evaluation leads to better outcomes.
Conditions We Treat
Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
UCL (ulnar collateral ligament) tears — Tommy John injuries
Biceps and triceps tendon tears
Elbow fractures and dislocations
Olecranon bursitis
Elbow arthritis
Cubital tunnel syndrome (ulnar nerve entrapment)
Stiff elbow and post-traumatic contracture
Pediatric and throwing-related injuries
Treatments & Procedures
Non-Surgical:
Bracing, rest, physical therapy, activity modification, ultrasound-guided injections, and regenerative options such as PRP or stem-cell therapy for chronic tendon pain.
Surgical:
Arthroscopic elbow surgery
UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery)
Tendon repair or debridement
Fracture fixation
Nerve decompression or transposition (ulnar nerve)
Elbow arthroplasty (replacement)
Removal of bone spurs or loose bodies
Our Elbow Specialists by Location
Jackson Area
Serving: Jackson | Brookhaven | Flowood | Madison | Yazoo City
Wood W. Dale
Flowood, Jackson
Larry Field, MD
Brookhaven, Flowood, Jackson, Madison
Rhett Hobgood, MD
Jackson, Madison
J. Randall Ramsey, MD
Flowood, Jackson, Madison
Oxford Area
Serving: Oxford | Hernando | Grenada
Daniel Boyd, MD
Oxford, Grenada
Kurre Luber, MD
Oxford, Hernando
Tupelo Area
Serving: Tupelo | Amory
Bryan C. Fagan, MD
Tupelo, Amory
Eric Lewis, MD
Tupelo
William P. Pillow, MD
Tupelo
Gabriel J. Rulewicz, MD
Tupelo
FAQs
How do I know if I have a rotator cuff tear?
Persistent pain with lifting or reaching, weakness, or night pain may indicate a tear. MRI or ultrasound confirms the diagnosis.
Do all shoulder tears need surgery?
Not always. Many respond to rest, therapy, and injections. Surgery is reserved for complete tears or those not improving with non-surgical care.
How long is recovery after shoulder surgery?
Most patients wear a sling for several weeks and start therapy soon after. Return to full activity varies by procedure—typically 3 to 6 months.
Can shoulder arthritis be treated without surgery?
Yes. Injections, therapy, and medications help many patients. Surgery is considered for persistent pain or loss of motion.
Why Patients Trust Us
Fellowship-Trained Experts: Our orthopedic surgeons undergo additional, focused training to bring a deeper level of expertise to every diagnosis and procedure.
Comprehensive Approach: From imaging to surgery and rehab, our integrated team coordinates every step of your care to ensure the best outcome.
Leading Technology: We use advanced diagnostic imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT), custom orthotics, and minimally invasive surgical techniques to offer faster healing and better long-term results.
Convenient Care: With multiple locations across Mississippi, urgent care walk-in options, and same-day appointments available, we make it easy to get the care you need, when you need it.
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What to expect from Mississippi Sports Medicine
Comprehensive Evaluation
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