elbow
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As orthopaedic surgeons, my colleague Jack Twomey-Kozak and I see the consequences of those forces in our clinics: back strains, rotator-cuff injuries, golfer’s elbow and wrist problems.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
When I had my elbow done, I watched it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
According to Buehler, he still felt elbow pain all of last season.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
James was fouled by Jabari Smith Jr. on a break-away layup, forcing him down on the court and holding his right elbow.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
I elbow my way between the branches pushing into the darkness of the woods, telling myself I’m looking for recyclables, but really it’s just better here, alone, in the dark.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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