Conditions We Treat
Elbow Pain
Lateral and medial epicondylitis and nerve entrapment at the elbow.
Overview
Understanding Elbow Pain
Elbow pain is most often driven by overuse — repetitive gripping, typing, lifting, or sport-specific load that overwhelms the tendons attaching at the elbow. Two of the most common presentations are lateral epicondylitis ("tennis elbow") and medial epicondylitis ("golfer's elbow"), often joined by cubital tunnel syndrome when the ulnar nerve becomes irritated as it crosses the inside of the joint.
These conditions tend to develop gradually, then linger because the underlying mechanics — wrist control, grip strategy, shoulder stability — go unaddressed.
At Functional Restoration Institute, we evaluate the entire upper limb. Care combines soft tissue work, joint mobilisation, neurodynamic techniques, and progressive loading exercises to rebuild tendon capacity and resolve symptoms.
Recognising the Signs
Symptoms & Causes
Common Symptoms
- Pain on the outside (lateral) or inside (medial) of the elbow
- Tenderness when pressed over the bony prominences
- Pain with gripping, lifting, or twisting motions
- Weakness in the hand or forearm
- Tingling or numbness into the ring and little fingers (cubital tunnel)
- Pain that worsens with repetitive computer or sport use
Underlying Causes
- Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
- Medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow)
- Cubital tunnel syndrome (ulnar nerve entrapment)
- Repetitive strain from work, sport, or training load
- Poor wrist, shoulder, or thoracic mechanics overloading the elbow
Our Approach
How We Treat Elbow Pain
Every plan is built around your individual findings and combines the most effective evidence-based methods available.
Soft tissue work, ART, and fascial manipulation for the forearm
Joint mobilisation of the elbow, wrist, and cervical spine
Neurodynamic techniques for the ulnar, median, and radial nerves
Progressive tendon loading and grip-strength rehabilitation
Ergonomic and technique modification for work and sport
Corrective exercise targeting the shoulder and scapular stabilisers
Why FR Institute
The FRI Difference
At FRI, we look beyond the elbow itself. our doctors identify the wrist, shoulder, and neck contributions to your pain and rebuilds the tissue capacity and movement strategy needed for lasting relief — without injections or surgery in the vast majority of cases.
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Tendinopathy
Chronic tendon degeneration causing persistent pain and reduced function.
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Hand and Wrist Pain
Repetitive strain, nerve entrapment, and joint conditions in the hand and wrist.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Nerve compression in the wrist causing numbness, tingling, and weakness.
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Elbow Pain Questions
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