What Are Tennis and Golfer's Elbow?
Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are common overuse injuries that cause pain and inflammation in the tendons of the elbow. Tennis elbow affects the outer part of the elbow, known as the lateral epicondylitis, while golfer’s elbow impacts the inner part, which is the medial epicondylitis.
Symptoms and Daily Impact
These conditions often develop from repetitive wrist and arm motions, whether from sports, manual labor, or even desk work, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced grip strength. Left untreated, tennis or golfer’s elbow can worsen over time, causing persistent discomfort and making everyday tasks more difficult. Simple actions like gripping objects, lifting, or even shaking hands can trigger pain, limiting your ability to stay active and work efficiently.
How Chiropractic Care Helps
Chiropractic care can help address these conditions by reducing tension, improving joint function, and supporting tendon healing. Gentle adjustments and targeted therapies promote better alignment and circulation, aiding in recovery and preventing further injury. If tennis or golfer’s elbow is limiting your daily activities, chiropractic care from our chiropractors in Naperville may provide relief and support your recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tennis elbow?
Tennis elbow is an overuse injury causing pain and inflammation in the tendons on the outer part of the elbow. The clinical term is lateral epicondylitis.
What is golfer's elbow?
Golfer's elbow affects the inner part of the elbow rather than the outer. The clinical term is medial epicondylitis.
What is the difference between tennis elbow and golfer's elbow?
Both are overuse injuries affecting the tendons of the elbow. The difference is location. Tennis elbow affects the outside of the elbow, golfer's elbow affects the inside.
What causes tennis or golfer's elbow?
These conditions usually develop from repetitive wrist and arm motions, whether from sports, manual labour or desk work.
Do you have to play sport to get tennis elbow?
No. Despite the names, these injuries often develop from manual labour or desk work. Any repetitive wrist and arm movement can cause them.
How is tennis or golfer's elbow treated?
Chiropractic care reduces tension, improves joint function and supports tendon healing. Gentle adjustments and targeted therapies promote better alignment and circulation, which aids recovery and helps prevent the injury returning.
