Elbow Pain

Elbow pain can result from a variety of conditions or injuries affecting the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, or nerves in the elbow. The pain may vary in intensity and location depending on the underlying cause. There are a number of reasons you are experiencing elbow pain, the more common causes are:

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Tendinitis (Tendon Inflammation):

Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)

Bursitis (Olecranon Bursitis)

Elbow Sprain or Strain

Dislocation

Arthritis

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Nerve Compression:

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Radial Tunnel Syndrome

Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI)

Ligament Injuries (Ulnar Collateral Ligament, UCL)

Some of the common symptoms associated with these conditions are:

Pain and Tenderness.

Swelling

Stiffness or Limited Range of Motion

Numbness or Tingling (especially in cases of nerve compression)

Weakness

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If you are experiencing these symptoms, our physical therapy offices in Bronxville, NY and Mamaroneck, NY are here to help! Physical therapy is a great tool for someone experiencing elbow pain. At our practice, an expert physical therapist will evaluate your medical history and do a physical assessment to see how your body reacts to different movements and motions to address the root cause of your elbow pain. Physical therapy can be very beneficial for elbow pain to relieve pain, stiffness, and other symptoms by:

 

Reducing pain with:

Manual therapy, ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation (TENS) or heat/ice therapy

Improving Flexibility and Range of Motion:

Stretching exercises 

Joint mobilization: through gentle movements to the joint to improve its mobility and relieve discomfort.

Strengthening Muscles:

Strengthening exercises 

Eccentric strengthening: slowly lengthening the muscle under tension.

Improving Joint Stability:

Proprioception and balance training

Bracing or taping

Posture and Movement Correction

Reducing Risk of Future Injury

Restoring Function After Surgery or Injury:

If you've undergone elbow surgery or suffered a fracture, dislocation, or ligament tear, physical therapy helps in the rehabilitation process. After the initial healing, we design a personalized plan to gradually restore strength, flexibility, and function, allowing for a safe return to daily activities or sports.

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Our mission at Prime Physio Physical Therapy is to provide you with treatments to relieve pain and increase elbow function, all while providing you with the knowledge to prevent further injuries, so we can get you back to doing the things you love! Book a physical therapy appointment in our Bronxville, NY or Mamaroneck, NY office today!