MSK Physiotherapy
Elbow Pain
Sudden or gradual elbow pain from tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, tendon problems, nerve irritation and more.
Elbow pain can affect people of all ages and activity levels. It may develop suddenly following an injury or gradually due to repetitive movements, sport, work or everyday activities. Because many elbow conditions can cause similar symptoms, a thorough assessment is essential to identify the source of your pain and guide the most effective treatment.
Common causes
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylalgia)Irritation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow, commonly caused by repetitive gripping, lifting or wrist movements.
- Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylalgia)Irritation of the tendons on the inside of the elbow, often associated with repetitive gripping, throwing or lifting activities.
- Biceps TendinopathyIrritation or degeneration of the biceps tendon at the front of the elbow, often causing pain with lifting, pulling or twisting movements.
- Triceps TendinopathyIrritation or degeneration of the triceps tendon at the back of the elbow, commonly associated with pushing movements, weightlifting or repetitive loading.
- Ligament SprainsStretching or tearing of the elbow ligaments following a fall, sporting injury or sudden force through the joint.
- Elbow Bursitis (Olecranon Bursitis)Inflammation of the fluid filled sac on the tip of the elbow, causing pain, swelling and tenderness.
- Cubital Tunnel SyndromeCompression or irritation of the nerve at the elbow, which may cause numbness, tingling or weakness in the ring and little fingers.
- Elbow OsteoarthritisWear and tear of the elbow joint.
- Throwing InjuriesOveruse injuries affecting the muscles, tendons and ligaments of the elbow, commonly seen in overhead and throwing sports.
- Referred PainSometimes elbow pain originates from the neck or shoulder rather than the elbow itself.
Assessment & treatment
Your physiotherapist will complete a comprehensive assessment to determine the cause of your pain and create a treatment plan tailored to your goals, lifestyle and activity level.
Assessment may include:
- 1Discussing your symptoms, medical history and daily activities
- 2Assessing your elbow, wrist and shoulder movement, strength and function
- 3Performing clinical tests to identify the structures involved
- 4Reviewing any X-rays, ultrasound or MRI scans where appropriate
Treatment may include:
- Education about your condition and recovery
- Personalised exercise and strengthening programs
- Hands-on therapy, including joint mobilisation, dry needling and soft tissue techniques
- Shockwave therapy for suitable tendon-related conditions
- Activity modification and load management
- Bracing or taping where appropriate
- Rehabilitation to help you return to work, sport and everyday activities
How Simba Health treats Elbow Pain
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the cause of your symptoms and build a personalised, evidence-based plan to treat Elbow Pain. With no GP referral required and initial appointments from $99, you can start care quickly at a clinic near you.
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Frequently asked questions
No. You can book msk physiotherapy directly at Simba Health with no GP referral, so you can start treatment for Elbow Pain without delay. Initial appointments start from $99. A referral may still help if you're claiming under a care plan.
Elbow Pain is treated under our msk physiotherapy service, with initial consultations from $99 and lower follow-up fees. We keep our pricing transparent so you know what to expect before your appointment.
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the underlying cause of your symptoms, then build a personalised, evidence-based treatment plan for Elbow Pain. Many people start to notice improvement once the right plan is underway.
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