Golfers Elbow Treatment in Coconut Creek
Golfers Elbow Treatment Coconut Creek
Golfers elbow or elbow pain stopping you from playing golf or doing daily activities?
Why are you having pain in your elbow?
Golfers elbow or pain on the inside of your elbow happens due to repetitive stress to the muscles and tendons of your forearm. The stress through swinging a golf club or other repetitive motion can cause the tissues to tear. Its galled Golfers elbow but you don’t have to be a golfer to get it. This repetitive stress causes inflammation, swelling and pain in that area. The problem with this type of injury is that it’s an overuse injury and they can be troublesome to treat if the activity that is causing the injury continues without treatment.
Golfers Elbow Treatment Coconut Creek
Here in Coconut Creek there are many people who suffer with golfers elbow since a lot of people here golf. Dr. Barnard has experience treating hundreds of golfers here in Coconut Creek who suffer from golfers elbow. He has had great success in resolving and preventing golfers elbow from happening. Treatment can be uncomfortable but shows great improvement quickly with the right care both at home and in office.
Now Offering Cupping Treatment for Golfers Elbow
As of March, Dr. Barnard has been performing cupping as an added treatment for the alleviation and treatment of Golfers Elbow. This therapy is very effective at alleviating tightness, promotes healing and decreases pain. Its often an overlooked form of treatment for this condition. Cupping has been around for years but its effectiveness in treating patients is great. This treatment can be used all over the body to improve a wide range of issues.
More information about cupping to treat Golfers Elbow!
What is cupping Golfers Elbow?
Cupping uses plastic dome shaped cups with a specialized air device on the end. A suction device pulls the air out of the cup drawing the tissue up by creating a vacuum. The application of this will increase blood flow to the area, separating tissue layers, breaking up scar tissue, removing waste products and stretching tissue. The treatment only last 3-5 minutes and the results can be seen visibly on the skin. It is very visual for the patient and the doctor because the problem areas often react more than non-problem areas.
If you are suffering from Golfers Elbow or pain on the inside of your elbow from either playing golf or other daily activities, book today so we can evaluate what treatment is best for you. Dr. Barnard will setup a custom treatment plan that’s right for you so we can get you back to doing what you love. Unfortunately, the longer you wait on treatment, the harder it is to treat which means it will take longer to correct.
At Home Treatment Golfers Elbow!
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The most common at home treatment for Golfers Elbow is forearm stretches. Extend the effected arm straight out in front of you with your palm facing the floor. Bring the back of your hand towards you while using your opposite hand to pull the tips of your fingers back further. You should feel a stretch in your forearm and inside elbow. You will do this for 3 sets of 10 seconds with each time pushing farther. While you are doing this you can switch directions and stretch the forearm the other way.
Here are some of Dr. Mike’s favorite at home exercises for Golfers Elbow!
Symptoms of Golfer’s Elbow
- Pain on the inside elbow.
- Weakness in wrist.
- Inability to grip or hold objects .
- Stiffness in your elbow.
- Numbness or tingling in hand, usually the ring finger or little finger.
Can Chiropractic Treat Golfers Elbow? Treatment Options Golfers Elbow in Coconut Creek.
Dr. Barnard’s Treatments are customized for your needs because we know that not everyone is the same but we do follow some guidelines.
- Treatment plans can vary from 6-20 visits depending on the severity, duration of symptoms and re-occurrence. A through evaluation will be given to determine needs.
- Treatment for Golfers Elbow include:
- Adjustments
- Ultrasound
- MRT (Muscle Release Technique)
- IASTT (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Technique)
- Cupping
- At home instructions
IASTT (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Technique) for Golfers Elbow.
Another effective treatment for golfers elbow is IASTT. This technique is very effective for breaking down scar tissue and adhesions that can preventing the muscles from healing and functioning properly.
Suffering from Golfers Elbow or inside elbow pain?
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