I broke my left elbow about 5 years ago.

I hit it while on duty. As a driver, EEEEEEEEEEVERY time we'd go somewhere I'd smack it on the door handle of the fire engine. I finally wore an elbow pad for a month or two. I also did band exercises. I'm certain my elbow did not heal properly. When I touch it while bent, the bone feels funky. BUT.....I am pain free. I just bet it won't take much to mess it up again though.