Golf Elbow
  2. Golf Elbow

What is Golfer’s Elbow?

Golfer’s Elbow is a condition caused by overuse of the forearm muscles that attach to the medial epicondyle (inside of the elbow).

Despite the name, it doesn’t just affect golfers—it’s common in:

  • Office workers (repetitive typing)

  • Tradies

  • Gym-goers (gripping, pulling exercises)

  • Massage therapists (very relevant 😉)

⚠️ Common Symptoms

  • Pain on the inside of the elbow

  • Weak grip strength

  • Pain when:

    • Holding objects

    • Flexing the wrist

    • Twisting movements (e.g. opening jars)

  • Tightness in forearm muscles

🔍 What Causes It?

Golfer’s Elbow is usually caused by:

  • Repetitive wrist flexion

  • Overuse of:

    • Flexor carpi radialis

    • Flexor carpi ulnaris

    • Pronator teres

  • Poor technique (gym, sports, work tasks)

  • Sudden increase in load or activity

🛠️ How We Treat Golfer’s Elbow at Muscles Care

At our clinic in Prahran, we focus on treating the root cause, not just symptoms.

✅ Treatment may include:

  • Myotherapy & Remedial Massage

  • Trigger Point Therapy

  • Dry Needling

  • Cupping Therapy

  • Muscle Energy Technique (MET)

  • Joint Mobilisation

  • Stretching & Strengthening Programs

🧘 Rehab & Exercises

We guide you with simple rehab exercises such as:

  • Forearm stretching

  • Eccentric strengthening

  • Grip control training

These are essential to prevent recurrence.

❌ What to Avoid

  • Over-gripping activities

  • Heavy lifting without proper form

  • Ignoring early pain signs

⏳ How Long Does It Take to Recover?

Recovery depends on severity:

  • Mild: 2–4 weeks

  • Moderate: 4–8 weeks

  • Chronic: Several months (requires consistent care)

Early treatment = faster recovery ✅

❓ FAQ Section

Is Golfer’s Elbow the same as Tennis Elbow?

No.

  • Golfer’s Elbow → inside of elbow

  • Tennis Elbow → outside of elbow

Can massage help Golfer’s Elbow?

Yes. Remedial massage and myotherapy can:

  • Reduce muscle tension

  • Improve blood flow

  • Speed up healing

Should I rest or keep moving?

Relative rest is important—but complete rest is not ideal.

If you’re experiencing pain on the inside of your elbow, you may be dealing with Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis). At Muscles Care in Prahran, we help clients from Windsor, Richmond, South Melbourne, Caulfield, St Kilda, South Yarra, Elwood, Toorak, Middle Park, and Malvern recover with targeted Myotherapy and Remedial Massage treatments.