Elbow

We provide care for a variety of elbow conditions, including:

✔  Bursitis (eg. Olecranon Bursitis)

✔  Elbow Fractures: Post-fracture rehabilitation to restore movement and strength.

✔  Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

✔  Muscle Strain

✔  Ligament Sprains or Tears: Injury to the ligaments stabilizing the elbow joint.

✔  Nerve Compression (e.g., Cubital Tunnel Syndrome)

✔  Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

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Symptoms We Help With

​Our treatments can relieve and manage symptoms like:​

• Elbow pain, stiffness or swelling

• Catching or locking sensation

• Limited range of motion or difficulty moving the elbow

• Tingling or numbness in the forearm or hand

• Weakness or inability to grip or lift objects

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What Are Causes of Elbow Injuries?

Elbow injuries can stem from a variety of causes, ranging from acute trauma to repetitive strain. Common causes include:

• Overuse and Repetitive Strain: Frequent, repetitive movements (eg. in sports like tennis or golf or occupations involving manual labour) can lead to conditions such as tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) or golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis).

• Trauma or Impact: Falls or direct blows to the elbow can cause fractures, dislocations or ligament sprains.

• Nerve Compression: Conditions such as cubital tunnel syndrome occur when the ulnar nerve is compressed, leading to numbness, tingling or weakness in the hand.

• Inflammation: Tendinitis, bursitis (inflammation of the bursa) or arthritis can result from irritation or joint degeneration over time.

• Ligament or Cartilage Damage: Injuries to the soft tissues, such as tears in the ulnar collateral ligament or damage to cartilage, can compromise joint function and stability.

• Poor Biomechanics: Improper posture or technique during physical activities can place stress on the elbow joint, contributing to strain or injury.

• Underlying Medical Conditions: Issues such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or gout can affect the elbow joint and surrounding tissues.

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How Can Physiotherapy Help?

At Lokahi Healthcare, we take a holistic and patient-centred approach to managing elbow injuries. Here's how we assist:

• Comprehensive Assessment: We start with a detailed evaluation, including a thorough discussion of your symptoms, history of the injury, and physical examination. This helps us pinpoint the cause of your elbow pain or dysfunction.

• Pain Relief and Symptom Management: Through targeted techniques like manual therapy, dry needling, and therapeutic taping, we work to ease pain, reduce swelling, and improve mobility.

• Strengthening and Rehabilitation: Tailored exercises aim to restore strength, flexibility, and joint stability. This helps improve the function of your elbow and reduces the risk of re-injury.

• Addressing Underlying Biomechanics: By analysing movement patterns, we identify and correct biomechanical issues that may contribute to your elbow problems.

• Education and Prevention: We believe in empowering you with knowledge. You’ll learn strategies to manage your condition and prevent future issues, including tips on posture, ergonomics, and activity modifications.

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​​Ready to feel better? Reach out to us, we’re here to help!​​​​

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