Elbow Injuries

You might think an elbow injury isn’t a big deal – but even simple tasks like turning a door handle, starting a car, mowing the lawn, hammering a nail, or playing golf can become painful or impossible.

The elbow is a hinge joint connecting the upper arm (humerus) to the forearm bones (radius and ulna). Muscles in the forearm control gripping and attach across the elbow – the wrist flexors on the inside, and the wrist extensors on the outside.

These bony areas are where common conditions like “tennis elbow” and “golfer’s elbow” occur. Ligaments on each side of the elbow help stabilise the joint. Injuries can result from sudden trauma or repetitive overuse, causing pain, weakness, and limiting everyday activities.

Even minor elbow injuries can cause long-term problems if left untreated. At Physio Mechanics, we help you recover quickly and prevent future issues.

During your first visit, we perform a thorough assessment to confirm your diagnosis and answer any questions. From there, we create a personalised treatment plan: short-term strategies to relieve pain, and long-term exercises to reduce the risk of recurrence.

Common treatments include massage, trigger point release, tendon frictioning, gentle bracing or taping, and tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.

If your elbow is sore or stiff, don’t wait – call today to book an appointment with one of our expert physiotherapists.