Golfer’s Elbow

Golfer’s elbow, or medial epicondylitis, is inflammation of the tendons that attach to the inside (medial) portion of the elbow. Like tennis elbow, it’s caused by repetitive stress, not necessarily by golf, and often develops from repeated wrist-flexing and gripping motions.

• Pain and tenderness on the inside of the elbow
• Pain that worsens with gripping, swinging, or lifting
• Stiffness in the elbow – Weakness in the hand and wrist
• Numbness or tingling that may radiate into the ring and small fingers in some cases

Repetitive wrist-flexion activities, golf, throwing sports, racquet sports, weightlifting, and manual labor such as carpentry or plumbing, are common causes. Improper technique and inadequate warm-up increase risk.

Rest and activity modification – Stretching and strengthening through hand therapy – Bracing to offload the affected tendons – Corticosteroid injection for persistent inflammation – Surgical treatment for chronic cases unresponsive to conservative care

Our team develops a structured rehabilitation plan aimed at resolving symptoms and correcting the underlying mechanics that caused the overuse injury in the first place, helping prevent recurrence.