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Golfer’s elbow has nothing to do with the sport. Golfer’s elbow is essentially an overuse injury that causes pain and tenderness on the inner side of your elbow. It can affect anyone who performs repetitive gripping or wrist motions. At Physiotherapy First Brampton, we provide customized golfer’s elbow treatment tailored to your specific lifestyle. Our physiotherapists use targeted therapy like manual therapy and exercises to reduce your pain, restore mobility and prevent further injury.
Also known as Medial Epicondylitis, Golfer’s elbow is a repetitive strain injury that affects the arm and elbow. Repetitive hand and wrist movement without enough rest can stress the tendons of your forearm muscles. Overtime this stress causes tiny tears to develop at the point where the tendons of your forearm muscles attach to the bony bump on the inner side of your elbow, which results in pain and inflammation.
Note: The term golfer’s elbow may send a message that it affects golf performers only. That’s not true. Other people in different occupations or who participate in other recreational activities that involve a lot of wrist movements are prone to this condition. Bowlers, gardeners, office cleaners, carpenters and mechanics can also contract golfer’s elbow pain.
A full evaluation will be performed by one of our physiotherapists or chiropractors. They will inquire about any pain or other symptoms you may be experiencing. The therapist may:
In the final stages of diagnosing a golfer’s elbow, you need to go to an orthopedic specialist who will examine your elbow and determine the intensity of your injury. You will need other types of imagery tests, like:
One of our physiotherapists or chiropractors can help you recognize and avoid unpleasant movements. By avoiding these, the irritated tendon starts to heal.
Your therapist may use manual treatments to help the muscles restore a complete range of motion.
You will also learn mobility exercises and self-stretches under the guidance of our registered physical therapist. This helps retain normal Movement in your elbow and wrist.
As your pain subsides, your therapist will determine which activities are appropriate for you to practice. After you’ve completed a formal physical therapy program, they’ll build a home exercise program for you to continue.
You can also treat your golfer’s elbow condition by acupuncture, ice stretches, laser, ultrasound, wearing braces, and avoiding aggravating activities. Apply ice cubes to your elbow for 15-20 minutes and do this two to three times a day as you limit stress.
If you have pain, your doctor may recommend aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen to reduce pain and swelling in the affected area. Another type of medication that you can use is a topical medication, or get a corticosteroid injection. However, this injection is a short-term remedy.
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