injury
Elbow
Pain
Elbow pain might not sound like a big issue — until it starts interfering with your work, exercise, or daily activities like lifting, typing, or gripping. Whether you’re dealing with pain on the inside or outside of the elbow, or struggling with stiffness, weakness or irritation, physiotherapy can help get things back on track.
In the UK, conditions like tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) are among the most common elbow problems, affecting thousands of people — not just athletes, but anyone who repeats certain arm movements at work, in the gym, or around the house.
common causes of
elbow Pain
- Tennis elbow – pain on the outside of the elbow from repetitive gripping or wrist movements
- Golfer’s elbow – pain on the inside of the elbow, often from lifting or repetitive strain
- Elbow bursitis – inflammation of the bursa, causing swelling or aching
- Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) – from desk work, manual labour, or gym training
- Post-fracture or dislocation recovery – regaining full range, strength, and function
- Nerve entrapments – such as ulnar nerve irritation (causing tingling or numbness)
Even though elbow pain often starts gradually, leaving it untreated can lead to months of discomfort and weakness. That’s where early intervention makes a big difference.
How We Can Help at Motion
At our Blackpool clinic, our team of Physiotherapists and Sports Therapists take a thorough, individualised approach to elbow pain. Whether it’s a repetitive strain, a sports injury, or post-op rehab, we’ll help restore your movement, strength, and confidence.
Our treatment approach includes:
Detailed
assessment
To understand the root cause of your pain and contributing factors (like posture, work tasks, or training habits)
Hands-on treatment
Including soft tissue release, joint mobilisation, and dry needling if appropriate
Targeted rehabilitation
Strengthening and loading the tissues safely to rebuild resilience
Hands-on treatment
Including soft tissue release, joint mobilisation, and dry needling if appropriate
Targeted rehabilitation
Strengthening and loading the tissues safely to rebuild resilience
Workstation and ergonomic advice
Especially helpful for those working at desks or using tools
Sports-specific rehab
Ideal for lifters, racket sport players, golfers and manual workers
Hands-on treatment
Including soft tissue release, joint mobilisation, and dry needling if appropriate
Targeted rehabilitation
Strengthening and loading the tissues safely to rebuild resilience
Hands-on treatment
Including soft tissue release, joint mobilisation, and dry needling if appropriate
Targeted rehabilitation
Strengthening and loading the tissues safely to rebuild resilience
Workstation and ergonomic advice
Especially helpful for those working at desks or using tools
Sports-specific rehab
Ideal for lifters, racket sport players, golfers and manual workers
