A golfer’s elbow (also called “golfer’s arm”) is when the flexors of the hand cause pain due to overloading. This happens particularly with longer, unaccustomed strain and untrained musculature, with continuous, one-sided load with sport and in the occupation everyday life (PC work, assembly line work). In this case the pain manifests itself on the … Physiotherapy for a golfer’s elbow
Stretching exercises 1. stretching in the quadruped position Move to the quadruped position. The fingers on the affected side point towards the knee. Now increase the stretch of the hand flexors by keeping the position of the hands while slowly walking back with the upper body. The elbows should always be stretched to the maximum … Stretching exercises | Physiotherapy for a golfer’s elbow
Further therapeutic measures When treating a golfer’s elbow, there are various therapeutic measures that are presented in more detail below. These include: Exercises to strengthen the extensor muscles Massage techniques Flossing Cold and heat therapy Acupuncture Electrotherapy (TENS)/Shockwave therapy/Ultrasound applications Acupressure/trigger point treatment Since a golfer’s elbow is typically caused by overloading the flexor muscles … Further therapeutic measures | Physiotherapy for a golfer’s elbow
Operation The operation of the golfer’s elbow is usually performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia. In exceptional cases, the operation can also be performed under general anesthesia. The arm is first carefully disinfected. This is followed by an approximately 4-6 cm long incision (incision) above the inner bony projection of the elbow. During … Operation | Physiotherapy for a golfer’s elbow
