Elbow

Elbow Conditions & Treatments

Dr. David Slawaska-Eng provides specialized care for elbow fractures, dislocations, and sports-related ligament injuries in Watertown, New York. His practice focuses on the treatment of traumatic elbow injuries and ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries, including those commonly seen in throwing athletes.

Understanding Your Elbow

The elbow is a complex joint formed by three bones: the humerus, radius, and ulna. Together with the surrounding ligaments, tendons, and muscles, these structures allow the arm to bend, straighten, and rotate while maintaining stability.

Injuries to the elbow can result from falls, direct trauma, repetitive throwing, or other athletic activities, potentially causing pain, instability, and loss of function.

Elbow Conditions We Treat

  • Elbow Fractures

  • Elbow Dislocations & Fracture-Dislocations

  • Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injuries

  • Throwing-Related Elbow Injuries

Elbow Procedures
& Treatments

Fracture & Trauma Surgery

  • Surgical Fixation of Elbow Fractures

  • Surgical Management of Complex Elbow Fracture-Dislocations

Sports Medicine & Ligament Surgery

  • Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Reconstruction (Tommy John Surgery)

  • Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Repair

Nonsurgical Treatment

  • Nonsurgical Fracture & Dislocation Management

  • Rehabilitation & Return-to-Sport Planning

Personalized Elbow Care

Whether treating an acute fracture or a throwing-related ligament injury, Dr. Slawaska-Eng develops individualized treatment plans based on the nature of the injury, the patient's activity level, and their goals. Treatment focuses on restoring stability, preserving motion, and helping patients safely return to their daily activities or sports.

If you wish to be advised on the most appropriate treatment, please call 315-779-6784 to schedule an appointment or click here to request an appointment online.