Elbow Specialist in Lexena, KS
Physical Therapist for Elbow Pain in Lenexa, KS
Common Causes of Elbow Pain
Elbow pain often results from overuse or acute injuries. One common cause is tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), where the tendons on the outside of the elbow become inflamed due to repetitive strain. Golfers elbow (medial epicondylitis) affects the tendons on the inner side of the elbow.
Other causes include bursitis, where the bursa (a fluid-filled sac) becomes inflamed, and ligament injuries, such as those affecting the ulnar collateral ligament.
How Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists Treat Elbow Pain
Clinicians use various techniques to manage elbow pain. Treatment often includes manual therapy to enhance joint mobility and reduce discomfort. Specific strengthening and stretching exercises are prescribed to support the muscles and tendons around the elbow, improving function and reducing strain. Splinting may be used to provide stability and protection for various conditions. Therapists will also take a global approach to see how dysfunction at the shoulder or neck may be contributing to issues at the elbow. Therapists may also employ modalities like ice or heat therapy, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and braces to relieve pain and inflammation.
Common Diagnoses Treated
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Tennis Elbow
(Lateral Epicondylitis) -
Golfer’s Elbow
(Medial Epicondylitis) -
Elbow Bursitis
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Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
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Nerve entrapments
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Tendonitis
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Olecranon Bursitis
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Tendon Strains
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Ligament Sprains
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Synovitis
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Joint Stiffness
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Splinting for fractures
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Post-Surgical Rehab
(e.g., after elbow surgery) -
Osteoarthritis
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Overuse Injuries