I have a feeling in my elbow that my bone is rubbing as I can hear that loud rubbing cracking noise everything I move elbow joint and its been more then 1 year I am having this sensation and noise without any pain. I am so much scared because I play cricket and I do not want to quit playing cricket. I do not know that is that annoying noise I always have while moving elbow joint.

Dr. Julie Mercy J DavidPhysiotherapist25yrs exp

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Cold compresses can help reduce swelling in the area. Cooling also helps to numb sharp pain. Apply an ice pack for up to 20 minutes, up to five times a day. Use a frozen gel pack, ice cubes in a plastic bag, or a bag of frozen peas. Wrap the cold pack in a soft towel. Do not apply a cold pack directly to skin. Heat therapy heat helps to relax tense muscles and soothe a stiff area. It can help with muscle pain and bonny pain. Use a heated gel pack, heating pad or a hot water bottle. ?rest. Avoid activities that aggravate your elbow pain. ?pain relievers. Try over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen (advil, motrin ib) or naproxen (aleve). ?ice. Apply ice or a cold pack for 15 minutes three to four times a day. ?technique. Make sure that you are using proper technique for your activities and avoiding repetitive wrist motions. Physical therapy. Specific exercises are helpful for strengthening the muscles of the forearm. Your therapist may also perform ultrasound, ice massage, or muscle-stimulating techniques to improve muscle healing. Brace. Using a brace centered over the back of your forearm may also help relieve symptoms of tennis elbow. This can reduce symptoms by resting the muscles and tendons. 

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