Natural Relief for Elbow Pain: Chiropractic Care, Acupuncture & Advanced Physiotherapy

Elbow pain can make even simple movements difficult, from gripping a coffee cup or typing at work to swinging a golf club, playing tennis, lifting weights, or working around the house. Whether your discomfort developed from a Sports Injury, repetitive motion, overuse, or ongoing elbow Joint Pain, finding and addressing the underlying cause can be an important part of getting back to living a pain free life and enjoying the activates you enjoy the most.

At Advanced Sports & Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we provide natural, non-surgical treatment options for elbow pain and sports-related injuries. Our approach may combine Chiropractic Care, Acupuncture, and state-of-the-art Physiotherapy Treatments such as Shockwave Therapy, Class 4 Cold Laser, Dry needling and Acupuncture based on each patient’s condition, symptoms, and goals.

With multiple locations throughout the Kansas City metro, ASFCA helps athletes, active adults, weekend warriors, and families find natural solutions for musculoskeletal pain and soft tissue injuries.

What Causes Elbow Pain?

The elbow is a complex joint that connects the upper arm to the forearm and is involved in bending, straightening, rotating, gripping, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
Because the muscles and tendons surrounding the elbow are used during so many routine and athletic movements, repetitive stress or injury can lead to pain and reduced function.

The Most Common Causes of Elbow Pain Include:

Tennis Elbow
Golfer’s elbow
Sports Injuries
Repetitive-use and overuse injuries
Tendon irritation
Muscle strains
Joint irritation or stiffness
Restricted mobility
Workplace Injuries
Auto Injuries
Weightlifting and exercise injuries
Previous injuries that have not fully recovered

Elbow pain can develop gradually or occur following an injury. Determining what structures are involved and what movements aggravate the condition helps our doctors develop an individualized treatment plan.

What Is Tennis Elbow?

Tennis Elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common overuse condition associated with pain around the outside of the elbow. Despite its name, you don’t have to play tennis to develop tennis elbow. Repetitive gripping and wrist or forearm movements can place stress on the tendons and muscles around the outside of the elbow.

People may notice pain while gripping objects, lifting, turning a doorknob, using tools, exercising, or participating in racquet sports. Tennis elbow can affect athletes as well as people whose jobs or hobbies require repetitive arm and hand movements.

What Is Golfer’s Elbow?

Golfer’s Elbow, or medial epicondylitis, typically causes pain and tenderness around the inside of the elbow. Repeated wrist flexion, gripping, throwing, swinging, or other forceful movements can place increased stress on the muscles and tendons that attach near the inner elbow.

Although golfers can develop the condition, golfer’s elbow isn’t limited to the golf course. It may also affect people who participate in baseball, weightlifting, racquet sports, manual labor, or other activities involving repetitive gripping and arm movements.

Tennis Elbow vs. Golfer’s Elbow: What’s the Difference: One of the biggest differences is where the pain occurs. Tennis elbow typically causes pain on the outside of the elbow, while golfer’s elbow generally affects the inside of the elbow. Both conditions are commonly associated with repetitive stress and overuse. Because several conditions can cause similar elbow symptoms, a proper evaluation is important before beginning treatment.
Symptoms of Elbow Injuries and Elbow Joint Pain: Elbow problems can affect more than just the joint itself. Pain or discomfort may extend into the forearm, wrist, upper arm, or surrounding muscles. Persistent, worsening, or recurring pain and discomfort should be evaluated to determine the potential source of the problem.
Natural Elbow Pain Treatment at ASFCA: At Advanced Sports & Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture, our goal isn’t simply to mask pain and discomfort. We evaluate how the elbow and surrounding musculoskeletal system are functioning so we can develop an appropriate treatment plan. Depending on your condition, care may include Chiropractic Adjustments to the elbow and surrounding joints, Board Certified Acupuncture, and Physiotherapy. At ASFCA we often combine these treatments to improve recovery times and truly correct the elbow issue.
State-of-the-Art Physiotherapy for Elbow Pain: Our state-of-the-art Physiotherapy Treatments can be especially useful for sports injuries and repetitive-use conditions involving muscles, tendons, joints, and other soft tissues.

At ASFCA we offer advanced physiotherapy options that focus on helping reduce discomfort, improving mobility and function, supporting tissue recovery, and helping you safely return to normal activities.

Have You Experienced the Healing Power of Focused Shockwave Therapy for Elbow Pain

Shockwave Therapy is one of the advanced treatment options available at ASFCA: Shockwave therapy uses targeted acoustic waves and may be used as part of a treatment program for certain musculoskeletal and tendon-related conditions. For patients dealing with stubborn tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, or other chronic soft-tissue problems, shockwave therapy may be the natural solution for you.

Cold Laser Therapy is an Excellent Non-Invasive Option for Elbow Pain: Cold Laser therapy may also a powerful tool that we utilize to treat patients suffering from elbow related pain and discomfort.

Board Certified Acupuncture is a Proven Healing Tool for Elbow Pain: Acupuncture and Dry Needling treatments at ASFCA provide another drug-free option that may be incorporated into care for musculoskeletal pain. ASFCA’s acupuncture services can be used alongside chiropractic and physiotherapy treatments as part of an integrated approach to elbow pain.

Chiropractic Adjustments for Elbow Pain and Discomfort: When people think about Chiropractic Care, they often immediately think about neck or back pain. However, chiropractors evaluate the broader musculoskeletal system, including joints and movement patterns that may contribute to extremity problems.

Don’t Let Elbow Pain Keep You from Doing What You Love

You don’t have to live with daily elbow pain and discomfort. Whether you’re experiencing tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, an athletic injury, repetitive-use pain, or general elbow joint discomfort, Advanced Sports & Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture can evaluate your condition and help determine an appropriate path forward.

Stay Active. Improve Your Mobility. Get back to Doing What You Love!

Schedule an appointment with Advanced Sports & Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture today and discover natural options for elbow pain relief with chiropractic care, acupuncture, and state-of-the-art physiotherapy.

We have top-rated clinics conveniently located throughout Kansas and Missouri:

Overland Park, KS, Olathe, KS, Prairie Village, KS, Lee’s Summit, MO, Belton/Raymore, MO, Blue Springs, MO, Raytown, MO, and Liberty, MO