TENNIS & GOLFER’S ELBOW
Struggling with Elbow Pain or Weakness?
Do you feel a persistent ache, burning sensation, or sharp discomfort on the outside (or inside) of your elbow — especially when gripping, lifting, or twisting?
Many people are surprised to learn that tennis elbow (or golfer’s elbow), though common in racket sports, can affect anyone — from tradespeople and desk workers to gardeners and parents. The good news? You don’t have to live with it, and you don’t have to resort to endless rest or painkillers either.
At Wholesome Health Chiropractic & Well-being Centre, tennis elbow is something we see and support regularly. We understand how limiting elbow pain can be — whether it’s affecting your ability to work, enjoy hobbies, or simply carry the shopping. If elbow pain is holding you back, we’re here to help.
Cause of Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow
Common Causes and Contributors to Tennis & Golfers Elbow:
Tennis/Golfer’s elbow is a form of repetitive strain injury (RSI) caused by overuse of the muscles and tendons in your forearm. It often develops gradually and can be triggered by everyday activities like typing, lifting, or using tools — not just tennis.
YOU MAY NOTICE:
Pain or tenderness on the outer/inner part of your elbow
Discomfort when gripping, twisting or lifting (even something as light as a mug)
Weakness in your forearm or wrist
Pain that travels down the forearm
Tennis/Golfer’s elbow can result from:
Repetitive arm or wrist movements
Poor ergonomics or posture
Weak shoulder or spinal support
Sudden increase in activity or strain
Unresolved issues in the neck or upper back, contributing to nerve sensitivity
How Chiropractic Treatment Can Help with Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow
At Wholesome Health, we take a whole-body approach. Rather than just focusing on the elbow itself, we assess how your neck, shoulder, wrist and spinal alignment are contributing to the strain.
Chiropractic care for tennis elbow may involve gentle adjustments, soft tissue work, and practical rehab exercises — all aimed at reducing pain, restoring function, and helping you get back to doing the things you love.
The benefits of chiropractic and osteopathy for tennis & golfer's elbow
Targeted Pain Relief
Elbow pain is often due to restricted joints, inflamed tendons or irritated nerves. We aim to restore healthy movement patterns, reduce inflammation, and take pressure off the irritated area.
Natural Treatment
All our adjustments use nothing but forces from our hands. We aim to aid the body’s ability to heal by helping the nervous system to work at its best. We understand that medication masks pain, and appreciate how important it is to know how your body is feeling so you can look after it better.
Holistic Approach to Care
We don’t just treat the elbow — we examine the full chain of movement including your spine, shoulder, and wrist to address any underlying dysfunctions that may be contributing to the issue.
Long-Term Thinking:
We aim to improve not just the local elbow concern but your overall posture, joint mechanics and movement habits — so the issue doesn’t keep coming back. Good joint health is important for aging and living a pain-free life.
Preventative Thinking:
We aim to keep your entire body working at its best - so you have resilience when it comes to day to day stresses. We discuss measures that we can put in place to reduce the risk of your shoulder pain returning.
If your elbow pain is persistent, recurring, or interfering with everyday tasks – don’t ignore it.
Other treatment options
One of the many benefits of choosing our practitioners at Wholesome Health for your care is the access to a wide range of effective treatments delivered by our experienced and skilled team of practitioners and therapists.
Sport Massage
Ideal for those with active or physically demanding lifestyles. Sports massage helps to relieve tight or overworked muscles, aids injury recovery, and improves range of motion.
Relaxing Massage
For those wanting to unwind and de-stress, this lighter-touch massage focuses on calming the nervous system, improving circulation, and gently releasing muscle tension.
Dry Cupping Therapy
An age-old therapy with roots in traditional Eastern medicine, now widely recognised for its effectiveness in relieving muscular tension, improving circulation, and supporting the body’s natural detoxification process.
Hot Stone Massage
A deeply soothing treatment, perfect for anyone seeking deep muscular relief combined with the penetrating warmth of smooth, heated basalt stones. Used alongside traditional massage.
Pregnancy Massage
A therapeutic, tailored form of bodywork specifically adapted for the needs of expectant mothers. Using gentle techniques to help alleviate the physical strains and stresses that can accompany pregnancy.