Which ointments help? | Periostitis at the elbow

Which ointments help?

The application of ointments and gels can help with periostitis on the elbow. Ointments with anti-inflammatory active ingredients (such as Diclofenac e.g. Voltaren gel or Ratiopharm Diclo pain gel) are applied locally to the skin above the affected area. Creaming can be combined with a small massage of the elbow to relax the cramped muscles of the forearm. The ointments relieve the pain and help healing. The creams also have a soothing and cooling effect, which reduces the sensation of pain.

Healing time

The healing time of an inflammation of the periosteum at the elbow is highly variable and depends mainly on the intensity of the inflammation, the cause and the physical protection that is maintained. Mild inflammation can subside after one to two weeks if the arm is kept consistently still, whereas in severe cases it can take several months before improvement is achieved. It is crucial that the patient adheres strictly to the doctor’s therapeutic guidelines and only gradually puts more and more weight on the arm.

If periostitis is not treated properly, the inflammation can become chronic. In this case, the symptoms last longer than six months.