Tennis Elbow is overloading of the extensor tendon that attaches onto the outside of the elbow.


Golfer Elbow is overloading of the flexor tendon that attaches onto the inside of the elbow.


DIFFERENCES:


Tennis Elbow

Golfer Elbow

› Pain on the outer elbow.

› Pain on the inner elbow.

› Activities like turning knob, opening bottle can be painful.

› Weakened grip and pain while clenching fist.

› Stiffened elbow.

› Numbness and tingling sensation.

SIMILARITIES:

› These injuries start gradually and can get worse with time.

› They are caused by repetitive wrist and elbow movements.

› Inflammation of the tendons is experienced in both cases, which can result in partial or full-thickness tears.

HOW CAN PHYSIOTHERAPY HELP?

› Aid in tissue healing and restoration

› Regain your natural range of motion

› Reduce swelling and discomfort

› Get you back to the game