Elbow Pain
Expert Treatment in Bromley & Shortlands
Elbow pain is most often linked to overuse of the forearm muscles that control the wrist and hand — even though the pain is felt at the elbow, the underlying problem usually lies in how the forearm tendons are being loaded day to day, whether through sport, gym training, or repetitive tasks at work.
At Physio Squared, elbow assessment includes a review of grip strength, forearm loading patterns, and daily activity demands, since effective treatment depends on understanding what's driving the irritation.
What Causes Elbow Pain?
Repetitive gripping or lifting Repeated gripping, lifting, or wrist movement — common in manual trades, gardening, and certain gym exercises — places cumulative strain on the tendons attaching at the elbow.
Sports such as tennis or gym training Racquet sports, weightlifting, and other activities involving repeated forearm loading are well-known contributors to tendon irritation at the elbow.
Poor load management A sudden increase in gripping or lifting activity, without adequate adaptation time, is one of the most common triggers for elbow tendon pain.
Common Elbow Conditions Treated
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) Pain on the outer elbow, often worsened by gripping, lifting, or wrist extension. Despite the name, the majority of people with tennis elbow have never played tennis — it relates to any repetitive gripping activity.
Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) Pain on the inner elbow, related to the tendons controlling wrist flexion. Common in activities involving repetitive gripping or throwing.
How Elbow Pain is Treated
Load management strategies A structured plan for adjusting gripping and lifting activity to allow the tendon to recover while remaining as active as possible.
Strength and tendon rehabilitation Progressive loading exercises specifically designed to rebuild tendon capacity — the most evidence-supported approach to tendon-related elbow pain.
Manual therapy Hands-on treatment to address soft tissue restriction and improve movement in the wrist, forearm, and elbow.
Serving Shortlands, Bromley & Surrounding Areas
Physio Squared is based in Shortlands and sees patients from across the Bromley borough including Beckenham, Hayes, West Wickham, Sundridge Park, Penge, Orpington, and Crystal Palace.
This information is for general education only and does not constitute medical advice. A personalised assessment is recommended for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
