Elbow

Are you experiencing elbow pain or dysfunction?

Here are some benefits of physical therapy for elbow pain:

Pain management: Physical therapists use techniques like manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation to reduce pain and inflammation in the elbow.
Restoring range of motion: Through targeted exercises and stretches, physical therapy helps restore the range of motion in the elbow joint, increasing flexibility and reducing stiffness.
Strengthening of muscles: Physical therapists develop personalized exercise programs to strengthen the muscles around the elbow, including the forearm and upper arm muscles. Strengthening these muscles provides better support to the elbow joint, relieving pain and improving function.
Tendon rehabilitation: For conditions like tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow, physical therapy focuses on tendon rehabilitation. Therapists employ exercises and techniques to promote tendon healing, improve tendon strength, and enhance overall elbow stability.
Joint protection and ergonomic guidance: Physical therapists educate patients about proper body mechanics, joint protection techniques, and ergonomic modifications to reduce strain on the elbow joint during daily activities and work tasks.
Functional rehabilitation: Physical therapy aims to restore functional abilities and optimize performance in activities that involve the elbow joint, such as lifting, gripping, and reaching. Therapists design specific exercises to improve strength, coordination, and functional movements.
Activity modification and injury prevention: Physical therapists assess the patient’s activities and provide guidance on modifying techniques or incorporating appropriate rest periods to prevent further injury and alleviate elbow pain.
Education and self-management: Physical therapists educate patients about their specific elbow condition, teaching them about the underlying causes, activity modifications, and exercises for self-management of symptoms.
Avoidance of unnecessary interventions: Physical therapy offers a conservative and non-invasive approach to elbow pain management, often reducing the need for invasive procedures or long-term reliance on pain medications.