Golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow . . . What’s the difference?

Assembly line workers. People who lift weights with poor technique. Painters and carpenters. There are far more people at risk of developing golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow than just golfers or tennis players.  It can often be difficult for people with these conditions to determine which one they have. After all, many of the symptoms […]

Signs you need physical therapy for tennis elbow

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, refers to inflammation and irritation of the tendons that connect the forearm to the elbow. This condition typically develops due to overload and repetitive motion on the elbow, and although it is common in tennis players, it can affect anyone who puts stress on this area of the […]

What should every person know about elbow pain?

It’s easy to take your elbows and other joints for granted, but when they get hurt, you suddenly realize their importance. Your elbows are at risk for pain primarily due to overuse, but elbow aches can have many other causes, too. Your elbows are joints made up of bones, cartilage, muscles, ligaments and joints. Each […]

Three issues can cause elbow pain when you’re lifting weights

Spending more time at home can be a positive thing. It can allow you to spend more time with your loved ones. You might have time for that fun hobby you’ve always wanted to try. Even better, you may have the opportunity to improve your physical fitness, and this means doing more weightlifting for many […]

Why does my elbow hurt when I bend it?

We use our elbows for so many things every day. Lifting our morning cup of coffee. Holding our cellphone up to text a friend. However, many people take such common actions for granted until they begin causing them pain.  There are many issues that could be causing your elbow pain, and figuring out which issue […]

What causes elbow pain when bending and straightening my arm?

You rely on the use of your elbows for many of your actions throughout the day. Getting dressed, taking a shower, cooking, gardening and many other activities all require the use of your arms and the elbows. When one or both of your elbows are in pain when bending and straightening your arm, it can […]

Three tips for dealing with pain in the elbow when straightening the arm

You probably don’t give much thought to your elbows until one or both of them are hurt. When your elbows are hurt, your daily life can suddenly become much more difficult due to the limited use of your arm.  Several types of injuries and conditions can affect your elbows, causing a variety of symptoms. One […]

Three reasons you might have wrist pain with no swelling

The wrist is one of the most used joints in the body. It allows us to turn doorknobs, type and bend our hands in many directions. However, most people don’t pay much attention to this vital joint until it starts to hurt.  In fact, wrist pain is a common complaint among individuals of all ages […]

Three exercises to avoid to keep tennis elbow from worsening

Pain on the outside of the elbow. Stiffness in the elbow when waking up in the morning. Increased elbow pain when grasping objects or repeatedly moving the elbow. If you have all these symptoms, it’s a good bet that you have a condition called lateral epicondylitis.  More commonly, this condition is called tennis elbow. It’s […]

Three tennis elbow exercises you should avoid to prevent making the pain worse

If you’re dealing with tennis elbow, the right combination of rest and therapeutic exercise can go a long way toward helping the recovery process. Working with a skilled and experienced physical therapist can help you develop an effective plan that helps improve functionality and injury resistance. However, it’s important to understand that some types of […]

Three issues that cause pain when bending or straightening the elbow

Your elbows are busy moving on a daily basis. They help you lift a glass to your mouth so you can drink. This joint straightens your arm so you can grab objects above your head, and these are just a few of the normal daily movements you use your elbow for.  Such movements can become […]

Pain when bending and straightening elbow: Three causes

Your elbows do a lot more work on a daily basis than you might think. Your elbow moves every time you bring your morning coffee to your mouth. Turning the steering wheel of your car would be impossible without it. It even allows you to straighten your arm to reach objects above your head.  All […]