Elbow Bursitis Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX
Elbow bursitis can cause swelling, tenderness, and discomfort around the back of the elbow, making everyday movements and activities that place pressure on the area more difficult. Bridge Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX provides individualized physical therapy to address mobility, strength, and functional limitations while helping you safely return to normal activities.
Treatment is tailored to your symptoms, and activity needs and may include activity modification, mobility exercises, strengthening, and gradual progression of elbow function. Bridge Physical Therapy also serves patients traveling from Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Little Elm, The Colony, Celina, and surrounding Collin County communities.
Symptoms & Limitations
Elbow bursitis involves irritation and swelling of the bursa over the back of the elbow. Swelling, tenderness, and discomfort with pressure or movement may occur.
Evaluation
Your therapist considers swelling, elbow mobility, strength, and functional limitations while identifying activities that may aggravate symptoms.
Treatment
Treatment may include activity modification, mobility and strengthening exercises, and strategies to gradually restore normal elbow function.
FAQ
What causes elbow bursitis?
Repeated pressure, irritation, injury, or other factors can contribute.
Does elbow bursitis cause swelling?
Swelling over the back of the elbow is common.
Can physical therapy help elbow bursitis?
Therapy can help address mobility, strength, and activity-related limitations.
Should I lean on my elbow?
Avoiding prolonged pressure may help reduce irritation.