What is Elbow Pain?
Elbow Pain can result from injuries, arthritis, or overuse. Our clinic helps identify the cause and provide targeted treatment.
Why It Happens?
Causes include
Triceps Tendinopathy or poor posture depending on the condition.
Signs and Symptoms:
Typical symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion.
Diagnosis:
Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments based on physical exam, symptom history and use investigation if needed to pinpoint the cause of your pain.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Steroid Injections: Corticosteroid injections into the elbow can reduce inflammation and pain.
● Hyaluronic Acid Injections – Lubricates the joint to improve movement.
● Personalised physiotherapy and rehabilitation helps maintain movement, improve joint strength, and reduce stiffness.
● Advice on activity modification and prevention strategies
Early treatment can help manage symptoms and get back to moving pain-free.
What is Elbow OA?
Osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage in a joint gradually wears down, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. Over time, the joint may become inflamed and develop bony spurs, making movement more difficult.
Why the Elbow?
While less common than in the knee or hip, osteoarthritis can affect the elbow joint, particularly in people who use their arms for repetitive tasks, have had previous injuries, or engage in heavy lifting. It’s more common with age or in people with jobs or hobbies involving frequent elbow strain.
Signs & Symptoms:
● Pain in the elbow during movement or after activity
● Stiffness, especially in the morning or after rest
● Reduced ability to straighten or bend the arm
● Clicking, locking, or catching in the joint
● Swelling or a feeling of grating inside the joint
Diagnosis:
Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments based on physical exam, symptom history and use investigation if needed to pinpoint the cause of your pain.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Physiotherapy: Helps maintain movement, improve joint strength, and reduce stiffness.
● Steroid Injections: Corticosteroid injections into the elbow can reduce inflammation and pain.
● Hyaluronic Acid Injections – Lubricates the joint to improve movement.
Elbow osteoarthritis can usually be managed without surgery. A combination of physiotherapy, lifestyle changes, and joint injections can help reduce pain and improve function.
Early treatment can help manage symptoms and prevent worsening.
What is it?
Tennis elbow is a common condition where the tendons on the outside of the elbow become irritated or damaged. It’s usually caused by repetitive arm or wrist movements and affects people of all ages—not just tennis players.
Why the Elbow?
The tendons that attach to the outer part of the elbow are involved in gripping, lifting, and wrist extension. Repetitive strain or overuse of these muscles can cause tiny tears in the tendon, leading to pain and inflammation.
Signs & Symptoms:
● Pain or burning on the outer part of the elbow
● Pain that worsens with gripping, lifting, or twisting
● Weakness in the forearm
● Pain may spread down the forearm toward the wrist
Diagnosis:
Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments based on physical exam, symptom history and use investigation if needed to pinpoint the cause of your pain.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Pain Relief Medication: Anti-inflammatories e.g ibuprofen can offer temporary relief.
● Bracing or Taping: A forearm strap or kinesiology tape, reduce strain on the tendon.
● Activity Modification: Avoiding or adjusting tasks that worsen symptoms.
● Physiotherapy: Strengthening, stretching, and hands-on techniques to aid healing.
● Steroid Injections: Help reduce inflammation and pain if symptoms persist.
Most people recover with physiotherapy and time. A combination of physiotherapy exercises, lifestyle changes, and steroid injections can help reduce pain and improve function.Early treatment can speed up recovery and reduce the risk of it becoming chronic.
If you're struggling with elbow pain that isn’t improving, get in touch to book an expert assessment and start your personalised treatment plan.
What is it?
Golfer’s elbow is a condition where the tendons on the inside of the elbow become inflamed or irritated, typically due to overuse or repetitive movements. It’s similar to tennis elbow but affects the inner (medial) side of the elbow.
Why the Elbow?
The tendons on the inner elbow help with wrist flexion and gripping activities. Repetitive stress, e.g. manual work, housework, sports activities - such as lifting, gripping, twisting or throwing, can lead to small tears in the tendon, causing pain and tenderness.
Signs & Symptoms:
● Pain or tenderness on the inside of the elbow
● Pain when gripping, twisting or bending the wrist
● Weakness in the hand or wrist grip strength
● Stiffness in the elbow
● Pain that may radiate down the forearm
Diagnosis:
Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments based on physical exam, symptom history and use investigation if needed to pinpoint the cause of your pain.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Physiotherapy: Essential for recovery. Focuses on strengthening, stretching, and manual therapy.
● Steroid Injections: May be considered for persistent pain that doesn’t settle with physiotherapy.
● Activity Modification: Reducing or adjusting repetitive movements that aggravate the common flexor origin tendon at elbow.
● Pain Relief Medication: Anti-inflammatory drugs can help ease symptoms.
● Supportive Bracing: A counterforce brace or wrist strap may reduce strain on the tendon.
Golfer's elbow can usually be managed without surgery. A combination of physiotherapy, lifestyle changes, and steroid injections can help reduce pain and improve function.
Early treatment can help manage symptoms and prevent worsening.
What is it?
Biceps tendinitis at the elbow is inflammation or irritation of the distal biceps tendon, which attaches the biceps muscle to the forearm bones near the elbow. It typically results from overuse, heavy lifting, or repetitive strain.
What causes it?
The distal biceps tendon plays a key role in elbow flexion and forearm rotation (like turning a doorknob). Repetitive or forceful use can irritate the tendon, particularly in jobs or sports involving lifting, pulling, or twisting motions.
Signs & Symptoms:
● Pain at the front of the elbow, especially during lifting
● Tenderness or swelling near the distal biceps tendon attachment
● Weakness when bending the elbow or rotating the forearm
● A dull ache that worsens with activity
Diagnosis:
Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments based on physical exam, symptom history and use investigation if needed to pinpoint the cause of your pain.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Physiotherapy: Essential for recovery. Focuses on strengthening, stretching, and manual therapy.
● Steroid Injections: Considered for persistent pain that doesn’t settle with physio.
● Activity Modification: Reducing or adjusting repetitive movements that aggravate the tendon.
● Pain Relief Medication: Anti-inflammatory drugs can help ease symptoms.
● Cold Therapy: Ice packs may help reduce swelling in early stages.
Bicepital tendinitis at elbow can usually be managed without surgery. Early intervention through physiotherapy and load management is key to avoiding tendon rupture or long-term dysfunction.
What is it?
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the ulnar nerve is compressed or irritated as it passes through the cubital tunnel on the inside of the elbow. This is the same nerve responsible for the tingling when you hit your "funny bone."
What causes it?
Pressure, repetitive, prolonged elbow bending, or leaning on the elbow, direct pressure can compress the nerve, leading to irritation over time.
Signs & Symptoms:
● Elbow pain or aching at the inner side of the elbow
● Swelling at the posteromedial side of the elbow
● Tenderness over the medail elbow
● Numbness or tingling in the ring and little fingers
● Weak grip strength
● Symptoms worse at night or with prolonged bending
Diagnosis:
Diagnosis is based on physical exam, symptom history, and possibly nerve conduction studies.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Steroid Injection: Corticosteroid injections to reduce nerve irritation.
● Physiotherapy: to restore ulnar nerve glide at the elbow
● Activity modification to reduce strain on ulnar nerve by avoiding leaning on the elbow.
● Splinting: Night splints can keep the elbow straight to relieve pressure
Cubital tunnel syndrome at elbow can usually be managed without surgery. A combination of physiotherapy involving ulnar nerve glide, lifestyle changes, and steroid injections can help reduce pain and improve function.
Early treatment can help manage symptoms and prevent worsening.
What is it?
Olecranon bursitis is inflammation of the bursa at the tip of the elbow (olecranon), a fluid-filled sac that cushions the bone and skin.
Why It Happens:
Prolonged pressure, trauma, or repetitive movements can irritate the bursa and cause swelling.
Causes:
● Frequent leaning on hard surfaces
● Direct blow to the elbow
● Infections or underlying conditions like gout or arthritis
Signs & Symptoms:
● Elbow pain with leaning on the elbow
● Swelling at the back of the elbow
● Warmth or redness over the bursa
● Tenderness over the back of the elbow joint.
Diagnosis:
Usually made through physical examination; imaging may help rule out other conditions.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Physiotherapy: to reduce swelling and restore elbow movement
● Activity modification to reduce strain on the elbow
● Protection: Padding or avoiding pressure on the elbow
● Medication: Anti-inflammatory drugs or antibiotics if infection is suspected
● Steroid Injection: Aspiration and corticosteroid injections to reduce pain and inflammation, note high risk of infection is common.
Olecranon bursitis at elbow can usually be managed without steroid injection or surgery. A combination of physiotherapy involving activity modification, exercise and lifestyle changes help reduce pain and improve function. Aspiration and steroid injections can be used, but this comes with high risk of infection.
Early treatment can help manage symptoms and prevent worsening.
What is it?
Triceps tendinopathy is irritation or degeneration of the triceps tendon at the back of the elbow, where it attaches to the olecranon.
Why It Happens:
It often results from overuse, especially in activities involving forceful pushing or heavy lifting.
Causes:
● Repetitive elbow extension (e.g., weightlifting, throwing sports)
● Sudden increase in activity
● Direct trauma to the back of the elbow
Signs & Symptoms:
● Elbow pain or tenderness at the back of the elbow
● Swelling at the back of the elbow
● Pain when straightening the arm against resistance e.g. pushing
● Weakness in pushing movements
Diagnosis:
A clinical assessment often confirms the diagnosis, investigation may help assess tendon changes.
At our Target Physio Injection Clinic in Chesterfield, we provide effective, evidence-based treatments to ease your pain and restore mobility.
● Physiotherapy: Targeted exercises, soft tissue techniques, and load management
● Steroid Injection: May be used for persistent pain and inflammation
● Hyaluronic Acid Injection: To support tendon healing and reduce friction
● Rest and Modification: Limiting aggravating activities during recovery
Triceps tendinopathy at elbow can usually be managed without surgery. A combination of physiotherapy involving activity modification, exercises, lifestyle changes and steroid injection, helps to reduce pain and improve function.
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