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Also in Elbow problems

  • Cubital tunnel syndrome
  • Known and diagnosed elbow problems

About elbow pain

Elbow pain is common and can often develop without any clear injury.

What causes it?

Elbow pain often relates to overuse, especially with:

  • typing or using a mouse
  • DIY or gardening work
  • sports like tennis or golf
  • poor metabolic health, for example, suffering from diabetes or obesity

What can affect it?

  • Repeating the same hand/wrist motion over time
  • Gripping tools or weights too tightly
  • Muscle weakness in the forearm

Management tips

  • Take breaks from repetitive activity.
  • Use a cold compress if it feels inflamed.
  • Don’t stop using the arm completely, gentle use is helpful.

Exercises to try

  1. Wrist extensor stretch: Hold your arm out straight with palm facing down. Use the other hand to gently bend your wrist downward until you feel a stretch in the top of your forearm. Hold 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat 2 to 3 times.
  2. Towel twist: Hold a rolled towel with both hands. Twist it as if you’re wringing out water—first in one direction, then the other. Repeat 10 times each way.

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Alternatively, if you have a concern you can call our Complaints team on 0113 220 8585.

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Useful links

  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy: Video exercises for elbow pain
  • Versus Arthritis: Exercises for the elbow
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