Understanding and Overcoming Elbow Pain with Chiropractic Care

Anthea Holder – Chiropractor, Burwood East

The Daily Struggle with Elbow Pain

Elbow pain can significantly disrupt your daily routine, making simple tasks feel like daunting challenges. Whether you’re opening jars, playing sports, or even just turning a door handle, the persistent discomfort can slow you down and impact your quality of life. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With the right approach, you can find relief and get back to your active lifestyle. As a wellness chiropractor in Burwood, I’m here to help you understand and overcome elbow pain, specifically lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow.

What is Lateral Epicondylitis?

Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is a condition that arises from overuse and strain on the tendons of the forearm. Despite its name, you don’t have to be a tennis player to suffer from this condition. It can affect anyone who engages in repetitive wrist and arm motions, such as painters, carpenters, or even office workers.

The pain originates from the lateral epicondyle, a bony bump on the outer side of your elbow, where the tendons of your forearm muscles attach. These tendons can become inflamed or develop tiny tears due to repetitive stress, leading to pain and tenderness. Patients often describe the sensation as a burning pain on the outer elbow, accompanied by a weak grip strength.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Chiropractic care offers a holistic and effective approach to managing and relieving the pain associated with lateral epicondylitis. Our treatment plan focuses on a three-pronged approach to address the root causes of your discomfort:

1. Working on Local Musculature
   The first step in our approach is to target the local musculature around the affected area. Through specialized techniques such as myofascial release, deep tissue massage, and specific exercises, we aim to reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, and promote healing. By loosening the tight muscles and breaking down scar tissue, we can alleviate the immediate pain and prevent further strain on the tendons.
2. Adjusting the Alignment of the Elbow
   Proper joint alignment is crucial for optimal function and pain relief. Misalignments or subluxations in the elbow joint can exacerbate the stress on your tendons and muscles, prolonging your discomfort. Through gentle and precise chiropractic adjustments, we realign the elbow joint, enhancing its range of motion and reducing pain. These adjustments help to restore normal joint function and prevent future injuries.
3. Correcting Postural Subluxations in the Shoulder and Spine
   Elbow pain often stems from issues that extend beyond the local area. Postural subluxations in the shoulder and spine can contribute to improper biomechanics and nerve interference, affecting the elbow and other parts of your body. By addressing these subluxations through spinal adjustments and postural corrections, we ensure good overall nerve supply and optimal postural patterns. This comprehensive approach not only alleviates elbow pain but also promotes long-term health and wellness.

Take the First Step Towards Pain-Free Living

Elbow pain doesn’t have to slow you down or keep you from enjoying your favorite activities. With chiropractic care, you can address the underlying causes of lateral epicondylitis and find lasting relief. If you’re in Burwood and struggling with elbow pain, reach out to us today. Let’s work together to restore your health, improve your quality of life, and get you back to doing what you love, pain-free.

Remember, when it comes to managing elbow pain, early intervention is key. Don’t let it control your life any longer. Trust a Chiropractor in Burwood to help you find the relief you need and deserve. Click here to book an appointment and start your journey towards pain-free living today!

Feel free to reach out if you need any adjustments or more details! You can speak to me with a free chiropractic discovery call. This will enable us to determine if I am the right practitioner for you.  You can book in via the link below.

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Yours in Health,
Dr. Anthea Holder
Chiropractic and Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner in Burwood

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