Tennis / Golfer’s Elbow

Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow Overview

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): This condition involves inflammation or microtears in the tendons on the outside of the elbow, typically caused by repetitive wrist and arm motions. Despite its name, tennis elbow can affect anyone performing repetitive tasks, not just athletes. Common symptoms include pain on the outer side of the elbow, weakness in the forearm, and discomfort when lifting or gripping objects.
Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Similar to tennis elbow but affecting the inner side of the elbow, golfer’s elbow is caused by overuse of the muscles that flex the wrist and fingers. It’s common among golfers but can affect anyone doing repetitive arm movements. Symptoms include pain on the inner elbow, stiffness, weakness in the hand or wrist, and discomfort when gripping or flexing the wrist.

Both conditions are caused by repetitive strain and overuse, leading to inflammation, pain, and tenderness around the elbow joint.

Chiropractic Care for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

Chiropractic care aims to reduce pain, restore joint mobility, and promote healing in the elbow through the following techniques:

Joint Adjustments: Chiropractors perform gentle adjustments to the elbow, wrist, and sometimes the spine, to restore proper alignment and improve nerve function. Adjustments can relieve tension and support the healing of inflamed tendons.
Soft Tissue Therapy: Chiropractors may use techniques like myofascial release or massage to relieve muscle tension and reduce inflammation in the affected area. This helps to improve blood flow and promote tissue healing.
Postural and Ergonomic Advice: Chiropractors often assess body mechanics and suggest ways to reduce strain on the elbows during activities, such as modifying posture or grip techniques in daily tasks or sports.

Chiropractic care helps alleviate pain, improve joint mobility, and speed up recovery by addressing misalignments and relieving soft tissue tension.

Physiotherapy for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

Physiotherapy focuses on reducing inflammation, restoring strength and flexibility in the affected muscles, and preventing recurrence. Key physiotherapy techniques include:

Strengthening Exercises: Specific exercises to strengthen the forearm, wrist, and elbow muscles, which help reduce strain on the tendons and prevent further injury.
Stretching Exercises: Gentle stretches improve flexibility and reduce tightness in the forearm muscles and tendons, helping to relieve tension in the elbow area.
Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques like soft tissue mobilisation, massage, and trigger point therapy to reduce pain and inflammation and promote tendon healing.
Taping or Bracing: Physiotherapists may recommend the use of a brace or kinesiology tape to support the elbow and reduce strain on the tendons during activities.

Physiotherapy aids in long-term recovery by strengthening the affected muscles, restoring flexibility, and ensuring proper biomechanics to prevent future injuries.

Combined Approach

Chiropractic care and physiotherapy together can offer a comprehensive approach to treating tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow. Chiropractic adjustments help restore alignment and relieve joint and nerve tension, while physiotherapy strengthens muscles, improves flexibility, and ensures proper healing of the tendons. The combination of these therapies helps speed recovery, reduce pain, and prevent recurrence of these conditions.

Tennis / Golfer’s Elbow

Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow Overview

Chiropractic Care for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

Physiotherapy for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

Combined Approach

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