Golfer's Elbow Care | Isleworth Pain and Injury

Golfer's Elbow

Golfer’s Elbow — or medial epicondylitis — is one of those frustrating injuries that creeps in slowly but disrupts your day in a big way. Pain while gripping, lifting, or even shaking hands? That’s often Golfer’s Elbow.

Despite the name, most people who suffer from it have never touched a golf club. At Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic, we see it all the time in desk workers, weightlifters, mechanics, and parents — anyone who overuses the muscles on the inner side of the forearm.

If you’ve been ignoring a nagging pain on the inside of your elbow, it’s time to listen to your body — and let us help.

What Is Golfer’s Elbow?

Golfer’s Elbow is an overuse injury that affects the tendons on the inside of your elbow, where they attach to the forearm muscles. Repetitive strain causes small tears in the tendon, leading to pain and inflammation.

Common triggers include:

Frequent gripping or lifting
Typing or mouse use for long hours
Manual labour (plumbing, carpentry, gardening)
Sports that involve wrist flexion (golf, weight training, climbing)

The pain is often subtle at first, until one day it starts to interfere with your daily life.

Symptoms To Watch For

If you have Golfer’s Elbow, you might notice:

Pain or tenderness in the inner elbow
Discomfort that worsens when gripping or lifting
Stiffness or weakness in the forearm or wrist
Pain that radiates into the forearm or wrist
Reduced grip strength or dexterity

Without proper treatment, the condition can become chronic and harder to resolve.

How We Help at Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic

At Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic, we treat Golfer’s Elbow with a personalised, hands-on approach. Our goal? Relieve pain, improve mobility, and get you back to work, sport, and life — pain-free.

Your treatment may include:

Manual therapy to release tight forearm muscles and reduce tendon strain
Targeted adjustments to improve joint alignment and function
Rehabilitation exercises to restore strength and prevent re-injury
Soft tissue techniques (like dry needling or massage) for pain relief
Postural and ergonomic advice to reduce stress on the elbow

Why We Combine Chiropractic and Physiotherapy

Golfer’s Elbow isn’t just about the elbow — it's often the result of issues further up the chain, like the shoulder or neck. That’s why we use both chiropractic care and physiotherapy in your recovery.

Chiropractic care improves movement patterns and reduces joint stress
Physiotherapy strengthens the muscles and tendons to protect against future strain

Together, they create a holistic treatment plan that targets both causes and symptoms.