Elbow pain
Targeted care to help manage pain, restore strength, and improve movement.
Elbow pain can creep in slowly or hit suddenly — from lifting, typing, repetitive work, or even gripping tools. Despite being a small joint, the elbow plays a role in almost every upper-body movement, which is why irritation here can be so frustrating.
At Rapid Recovery, our team regularly helps people manage elbow pain caused by repetitive strain, overuse, or minor injury. Two of the most common conditions we see are Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and Golfer’s Elbow (medial epicondylitis).
Whether it’s work, sport or everyday activities, you don’t have to put up with constant elbow discomfort. Our Osteopaths, Remedial Massage Therapists, and Myotherapists work together to help you move better and feel stronger.
Osteopathy for elbow pain
(AHPRA-registered practitioners)
When you see one of our Osteopaths, your session begins with a comprehensive assessment and diagnosis to determine what’s contributing to your elbow pain — whether it’s a tendon issue, referred discomfort from the neck or shoulder, or mechanical overload through the arm.
Your Osteopath will:
- Examine your elbow, wrist, shoulder and posture to understand load patterns
- Test strength and movement to identify affected structures
- Provide a clear explanation of findings
- Develop a management plan that may include:
- Gentle joint and soft-tissue techniques
- Stretching or mobility exercises
- Strengthening for wrist, forearm and shoulder support
- Ergonomic or load-management advice for work or sport
- Education around pacing and recovery strategies
Osteopathic care may assist with:
- Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer’s Elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Repetitive strain and overuse injuries
- Postural or mechanical loading through the arm
- General joint stiffness and reduced mobility
This structured assessment → diagnosis → treatment → management pathway gives you a clear plan to support recovery and prevent flare-ups.
Remedial Massage & Myotherapy for elbow pain
For many people, elbow pain stems from tight or overused muscles in the forearm, upper arm, and shoulder. Remedial Massage and Myotherapy target these soft tissues to help release tension, improve function, and support the healing environment.
Your treatment may include:
- Deep-tissue and trigger-point techniques
- Myofascial release and stretching
- Dry needling or cupping (if appropriate)
- Guidance on self-massage and mobility drills
- Advice on bracing or load reduction to decrease strain on the tendon
These approaches aim to:
- Ease muscular tension and discomfort
- Improve circulation and tissue recovery
- Support balanced movement through the forearm and shoulder
- Reduce the likelihood of recurrence from repetitive strain
Assessment & Discussion – We’ll explore your daily activities, posture and movement patterns
Treatment – Tailored therapy to support pain management and recovery
Management Plan – Exercises and strategies to help you maintain strength and prevent recurrence