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Elbow Pain
What is Elbow Pain?
Elbow pain can occur from overuse, repetitive movements, or injury, and is often associated with conditions like tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) or golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis). These conditions typically involve inflammation or microtears in the tendons that attach to the elbow bones.
Symptoms of Elbow Pain
- Pain or tenderness on the inside (golfer's elbow) or outside (tennis elbow) of the elbow
- Pain that worsens with gripping, lifting, or twisting motions
- Stiffness in the elbow joint, limiting movement
- Weak grip strength or difficulty holding objects
- Swelling or warmth around the elbow
- Pain that radiates down the forearm or up to the upper arm
How Osteopathy Can Help
At Forme, we focus on addressing both the local area of discomfort and the contributing factors that may be causing strain on the elbow joint.
Using gentle hands-on techniques such as:
- Releasing tension in the forearm muscles and tendons that are overstressed due to repetitive use
- Restoring proper elbow joint mechanics and range of motion to reduce stiffness
- Reducing inflammation through improved circulation and lymphatic drainage
- Identifying and addressing muscle imbalances or postural issues that affect the elbow and forearm
- Releasing tension in the upper back, shoulders, and wrists to reduce compensatory strain on the elbow
- Offering exercises to strengthen the forearm muscles and tendons for better support and function
- Educating on ergonomic changes, safe lifting techniques, and rest intervals to prevent recurrence
- Supporting tissue healing and reducing nerve irritation through gentle, non-invasive techniques
Osteopathy helps elbow pain by improving joint mobility, relieving soft tissue tension, and correcting biomechanical imbalances to support the elbow’s function and aid recovery.