Health blog Category: elbow
Plans to Golf, Garden or Get Outside
The weather is getting warmer and more people are headed outside, which means it’s that time of a year for an increase in patients with elbow injuries. Many people have heard of and will use terms like ‘tennis’ or ‘golfer’s’ elbow. But what exactly are these conditions and what’s the difference?
The truth is, not much. Tennis and golfer’s elbow are both overuse injuries that are caused by any activity that requires repetitive motion of the arm and wrist.
Carpal Tunnel and Tennis Elbow: What Causes These?
Let physical therapy give you a helping hand with your elbow, wrist or hand issue. Physical therapy is not just about addressing issues in the lower body. Physical therapists can also treat issues in your upper extremities that impact the ability to type, hold, grip, squeeze and perform other fine motor tasks. Think about how many times a day you use your hands. Your hands are required for nearly every movement so it’s important to make sure you address any pain or discomfort in your arms sooner than later.
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