Golfer’s elbow is a condition that causes pain at the bony bump on the inner side of the elbow and may radiate to the forearm region. Medically it is termed as medial epicondylitis, which is less commonly found compared to tennis elbow.
It is a condition that develops when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed, and painful. Repetitive use of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow causes golfer’s elbow. Golfer’s elbow is a condition that causes pain at the bony bump on the inner side of the elbow and may radiate to the forearm region. Medically it is termed as medial epicondylitis, which is less commonly found compared to tennis elbow.
It is a condition that develops when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed, and painful. Repetitive use of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow causes golfer’s elbow.
A physical therapist can help decrease the pain caused by medial epicondylitis and improve the affected elbow’s motion, strength, and function.
Physical therapists are movement experts. They improve quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement.
People with golfer’s elbow may experience:
The exact cause of golfer’s elbow is not known, but it is thought to be caused by small tears or damage to the tendons that attach to the medial epicondyle. This can result in pain, inflammation, and weakness in the forearm muscles.
If you have a golfer’s elbow, your physical therapist will work with you to devise a treatment plan specific to your condition and goals. Your personalized treatment program may include:
Your physical therapist will help you identify and avoid painful movements. Avoiding these will allow the inflamed tendon to heal. Your physical therapist may use or recommend: