Arm
Elbow and forearm pain usually comes from load: too much, too soon, or the same movement too often. Treatment is rarely about rest alone, because tendons need the right kind of loading to recover properly.
Conditions we treat
Each of these has its own page explaining what causes it, what you are likely to notice, and how we treat it. If you are not sure which one fits, that is what the assessment is for.
Signs and symptoms
- Pain on the outside or inside of the elbow
- Weak or painful grip, dropping things
- Pain when lifting, gripping or turning a doorknob
- Tenderness to touch over the bony point of the elbow
- Aching that spreads down the forearm
How we treat it
- Progressive tendon loading programs
- Soft tissue release and dry needling
- Shockwave therapy for long-standing tendinopathy
- Bracing or taping where it helps offload
- Technique and equipment review for work or sport
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Symptoms overlap between conditions, so the right treatment depends on an assessment. If your pain followed a significant injury, is getting worse, or comes with numbness, weakness or unexplained weight loss, please see your GP.
Book an assessment for arm pain
No referral needed. Our physiotherapists across Seaton will assess what is going on and talk you through the plan.
