Elbow & Forearm
What is this condition?
Are you experiencing hot pain on the outside of your elbow, unbearable pain when picking things up or when typing?
“Tennis elbow”, doesn’t just affect tennis players, and it isn’t just felt in the joint. Tennis elbow or golfers elbow is typically caused by overuse of muscles and tendons of the forearm.
The causes of shoulder and forearm pain can vary from overuse (repetitive strain, e.g. typing, smartphone, poor ergonomics), but can be traumatic (impact, e.g. a golf swing or rugby tackle).
At Acuhealth we take the time to exclude other causes for your pain such as referred pain from the neck. If the pain doesn’t settle quickly with rest, you are making a wise decision to seek our help.
Is this service right for me?
You should consider treatment if you:
Experience pain or sensations with everyday work-related activity, repetitive lifting of a new baby, guitar playing, cycling or driving.
Elbow pain accompanied by tingling, numbness and a bruising sensation.
Pain in the elbow extending into the forearm, wrist and hand, with weakness and swelling of the arms and hands.
How is it treated?
Acuhealth’s treatment will focus on keeping the collagen from breaking down further and allowing the tendon to heal.
Acuhealth’s treatment will include some or all of the following:
Acupuncture
Soft tissue & joint mobilisation
Electro-Acupuncture
Laser therapy
Elbow taping
Rehabilitation exercises
Occupational advice.
How much time does it take?
Each session takes approximately one hour.
How much does it cost?
€65
Is it covered by private health insurance?
All treatments are covered by the leading health insurance companies.
