Golfers Elbow

Common Symptoms Of Golfer’s Elbow

• Pain or tenderness on the inside of the elbow
• Pain with gripping, lifting, or carrying objects
• Discomfort during wrist bending or twisting movements
• Weakness in the forearm or hand
• Pain that may extend into the forearm or wrist
• Stiffness or irritation after repetitive activity

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How Does Golfer’s Elbow Occur?

Golfer’s elbow develops when the tendons on the inside of the elbow are repeatedly overloaded beyond their current capacity. Over time, this can lead to tendon irritation, pain, and reduced tolerance to activity.

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Common Causes Of Golfer’s Elbow

Repetitive Gripping Activities - Repeated gripping or wrist bending movements during work, sport, or training can overload the tendons around the inner elbow.

Golf & Throwing Sports - Golf swings, throwing activities, and other repetitive sporting movements can place significant strain on the forearm tendons.

Manual Work - Trades, lifting tasks, gardening, and repetitive hand-tool use commonly contribute to irritation around the inside of the elbow.

Gym & Strength Training - Exercises involving repetitive pulling, gripping, or wrist flexion may aggravate symptoms if load progression is too rapid.

Poor Load Management - Sudden increases in activity levels, repetitive tasks, or sporting intensity without adequate recovery can overload the tendon and contribute to symptoms. 

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Golfer’s Elbow Treatment Tailored To Your Recovery

At Winston Hills Physiotherapy, we guide patients through every stage of golfer’s elbow rehabilitation using structured treatment plans and progressive strengthening programs.

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Pain Management & Early Rehabilitation - Early treatment focuses on reducing pain and irritation while maintaining movement and function. This may include activity modification, hands-on treatment, taping, and specific exercises.

Progressive Strengthening - Tendons respond best to gradual, progressive loading. We provide targeted exercise programs designed to improve tendon capacity, forearm strength, grip tolerance, and upper limb function over time.

Workplace & Activity Modification - For many people, symptoms are aggravated by repetitive work or daily activities. We help identify contributing factors and provide strategies to reduce unnecessary strain while remaining active.

Return To Sport & Gym Training - For sporting and active individuals, rehabilitation includes progressive return-to-sport planning, strength testing, and guidance around training loads to help minimise recurrence.

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Why Choose Winston Hills Physiotherapy?

✔ Individualised rehabilitation programs
✔ Evidence-based physiotherapy care
✔ Strength and conditioning approach
✔ Clear rehabilitation milestones

✔ Access to sophisticated VALD equipment
✔ Ongoing progress tracking
✔ Focus on long-term recovery and prevention

Our physiotherapists work closely with you throughout your recovery to ensure treatment is specific, measurable, and aligned with your goals and lifestyle.

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What To Expect

Initial Assessment

This begins with a detailed assessment of your elbow pain, including discussion around your work, sport, gym, or daily activities that may be contributing to symptoms. We also discuss your goals, previous injuries, and any concerns you may have.

Your physiotherapist will perform a thorough hands-on assessment including elbow movement, grip strength, forearm strength, and testing of movements that reproduce symptoms.

All initial assessments include part treatment such as exercise so there is no delay in beginning your rehabilitation.

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Personalised Rehabilitation Plan

We provide everyone with a structured treatment and exercise program tailored to their symptoms, lifestyle, and recovery goals. Tendon rehabilitation often requires progressive loading over time, so having a clear plan is important for long-term success.

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Progressive Strength Training

Successful tendon rehabilitation requires gradual exposure to appropriate loading. We prescribe targeted exercises designed to improve tendon capacity, grip strength, forearm endurance, and upper limb control.

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Return To Activity Guidance

Whether your goal is returning to work, the gym, golf, throwing sports, or everyday activities without pain, we provide ongoing guidance and treatment progression to help you return confidently and safely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does golfer’s elbow go away on its own?

Some cases can improve with time, however symptoms often persist if the underlying tendon overload is not addressed properly. Physiotherapy can help guide recovery and reduce the likelihood of ongoing pain.

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How long does golfer’s elbow take to recover?

Recovery time varies depending on the severity and duration of symptoms. Many people improve over several weeks to months with appropriate rehabilitation and load management.

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Should I stop exercising if I have golfer’s elbow?

Not necessarily. Complete rest is often not required and may even slow recovery. In most cases, we modify activities and guide you toward exercises that help improve tendon capacity safely.

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Can golfer’s elbow become chronic?

Yes. Tendon pain can persist for long periods if aggravating activities continue without appropriate rehabilitation. Early treatment and progressive strengthening can help reduce this risk.

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Do I need a brace for golfer’s elbow?

Some people find temporary relief using an elbow strap or brace during aggravating activities. Your physiotherapist can help determine whether this is appropriate for your condition.

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Start Your Golfer’s Elbow Rehabilitation Today

If you’re experiencing golfer’s elbow pain or ongoing forearm discomfort, Winston Hills Physiotherapy can help guide your recovery with structured, evidence-based care.

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Book your appointment today and begin your recovery journey.