The difference depends on which side of the arm is overworked. Tennis elbow affects the tendons on the outside of the elbow that help extend your wrist, often causing pain opening jars or lifting items with your palm down. Golfer's elbow affects the tendons on the inside of the joint that control wrist flexion and grip power, making pulling or lifting items palm-up uncomfortable.
Elbow Pain Treatment in Fishers, Indiana
Elbow Pain Treatment
Elbow pain can make simple activities frustrating, whether you're lifting weights, carrying groceries, typing at work, opening jars, swinging a golf club, or shaking someone's hand. Treatment focuses on reducing irritation, improving arm movement, and addressing the neck, shoulder, forearm, and wrist factors that may contribute. At Back to Balance Chiropractic & Wellness, we evaluate how your full arm handles daily stress so we can address the root cause of your discomfort and help you return to your normal routine.
What Is It?
Elbow Strains and Sprains
Elbow strains and overuse issues often involve tendon irritation, muscle tension, localized weakness, or repetitive stress through the forearm that makes daily movements uncomfortable.
Symptoms
Common Symptoms of Elbow Strains and Sprains
Elbow and forearm symptoms often show up during routine tasks or physical activity. Common signs may include:
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Pain on the outside of the elbow (commonly known as tennis elbow)
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Pain or tenderness on the inside of the elbow (commonly known as golfer's elbow)
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Sharp or aching elbow pain when gripping tools, turning doorknobs, or opening jars
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Forearm pain or muscle tightness that builds during computer work or lifting weights
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A noticeable loss of grip strength or discomfort when shaking hands
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Stiffness or a restricted range of motion when trying to straighten the arm fully
Arm Mechanics
Elbow care focused on the entire arm.
The elbow is heavily influenced by how the wrist, forearm, shoulder, and neck share physical load. We evaluate your complete movement patterns to reduce repeated irritation and help your muscles recover fully.
- Elbow, wrist, and shoulder movement assessment
- Care focused on muscle tension and daily activity adjustments
- Exercise strategies to improve grip strength and arm control
Common Causes
Common Contributors
Elbow and forearm issues usually build gradually from repeated positions and physical demands. Common contributors include:
Repetitive computer work, typing, or heavy device use
Repeated gripping, lifting, or twisting during yard work or manual trades
Tendon irritation from sports, such as tennis elbow or golfer's elbow
Forearm muscle tension and tight muscle groups overworking to compensate for weak shoulder support
Improper technique or sudden volume increases when lifting weights
Workstation layouts or tool use that place extra strain on the arm
When To Seek Care
When to Seek Care
An evaluation may be highly helpful if:
Routine movements cause nagging elbow pain when gripping or lifting objects
You experience immediate discomfort when opening jars, shaking hands, or typing
Elbow or forearm pain persists after a few days of rest and stretching
You notice a loss of grip strength or limited flexibility in your arm
You want a structured, conservative plan to address the cause of repeated irritation
How Care Helps
How Care May Help
At Back to Balance Chiropractic & Wellness, treatment is personalized around your specific activity triggers, level of irritation, and functional goals. Your individualized care plan may include:
The goal is to reduce your immediate discomfort, improve forearm strength, and help you return to work, sports, and daily tasks with confidence.
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Chiropractic adjustments when clinically appropriate to support joint mobility in the wrist, shoulder, or neck
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Soft tissue therapy to reduce chronic muscle tension and guarding through the forearm
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Dry needling when clinically appropriate to help relieve stubborn muscle and tendon tension
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Corrective exercise and functional rehabilitation to build strength and improve forearm capacity
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Movement and structural assessment to identify habits or positions that may be overworking the arm
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Ergonomic recommendations and activity modifications to reduce pain opening jars or lifting at work
What To Expect
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit focuses on your specific activity triggers, overall elbow function, and how your wrist, shoulder, and neck move together.
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Listen
We discuss your work routine, sports, gym training, and the specific daily movements that bring your symptoms on.
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Assess
We evaluate arm mobility, check grip strength, locate forearm tension, and examine related shoulder and neck movement.
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Plan
We build a personalized care plan combining hands-on therapy, dry needling if appropriate, and simple recovery exercises.
FAQ
Questions About Elbow Strains and Sprains
Answers to a few of the most common questions patients may have before getting started.
Ready to move your arm without pain or restriction?
Do not let forearm pain, tennis elbow, or golfer's elbow keep you from work or your favorite activities. Schedule a thorough consultation in Fishers today to evaluate your arm movement and start a practical plan for recovery.