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In this video, Airrosti’s Travis Owens, DC discusses the mechanics, causes, and symptoms of medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow). He also discusses the traditional treatment options for this injury and how Airrosti’s approach is different.
Medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer’s elbow, is a condition that causes pain and inflammation in the tendons that connect the upper arm to the elbow. Golfer’s elbow is a result of overuse and causes pain on the inside of your elbow. This pain can also spread to your forearm.
While there can be numerous causes of golfer’s elbow or other elbow pain, the common ones include:
Golfer’s elbow is characterized by pain and tenderness on the inside (medial side) of your elbow. The pain may extend along the inner side of your forearm and typically worsens with repetitive movements.
Symptoms of medial epicondylitis also include:
Your risk of developing golfer’s elbow may depend on the following:
Treatment plans for medial elbow pain involve a combination of rest, icing, and anti-inflammatory medications. Your doctor may recommend a steroid injection to reduce inflammation and pain if more conservative treatment is not effective. You can also use an elbow brace to help reduce tendon strain.
Physical therapy can stretch and strengthen muscles and joints and improve movement in the affected area.
Failure to seek proper medical care may result in the injury becoming more severe or chronic, which can be more difficult to treat. It is important to seek treatment as elbow conditions can be hard to distinguish, and a proper diagnosis is key to recovery.
Injuries like golfer’s elbow can severely impact athletes and active individuals, keeping them from doing the activities they love.
If you are seeking elbow pain treatment, schedule an appointment with Airrosti today!
Airrosti treatment can resolve most injuries, often in an average of three visits (based on patient-reported outcomes). To suit your schedule, Airrosti offers both in-clinic and telehealth options.
For more information, call us at (800) 404-6050.
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Reviewed by Casey Crisp, Doctor of Chiropractic
Disclaimer: Always consult with your doctor before starting any exercise program. If you experience any numbness, tingling or reproduction of your symptoms, please contact your doctor.
I have been playing golf all my life from recreational to collegiately and now a High School golf coach. The wear and tear of carrying the bag, and swinging at over 100mph, each time, really makes the body work! I love coming by from time to time and getting looked at just to make sure I can play golf...pain free! Much improvement experienced in a very short time!
by Anthony Milligan
