Elbow Pain Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX
Elbow pain can affect gripping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and other everyday or recreational activities. Bridge Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX provides individualized physical therapy to address pain, stiffness, weakness, and movement limitations while improving elbow and forearm function.
Treatment is tailored to the underlying cause, symptoms, activity level, and goals and may include mobility exercises, progressive strengthening, grip and forearm exercises, movement retraining, and activity modification. 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 pain can cause aching, tenderness, stiffness, swelling, or weakness around the elbow and forearm. Gripping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and other daily or recreational activities may become difficult.
Evaluation
Your therapist assesses elbow and wrist mobility, strength, flexibility, grip strength, joint stability, and movement patterns. Functional and activity-specific testing may be included to identify factors contributing to pain and limitations.
Treatment
Treatment may include mobility exercises, progressive strengthening, grip and forearm exercises, movement retraining, activity modification, and a gradual return to work, sports, or other activities.
FAQ
What can cause elbow pain?
Elbow pain can result from injuries, overuse, tendon problems, arthritis, nerve irritation, or other conditions affecting the elbow and surrounding tissues.
Can physical therapy help elbow pain?
Yes. Physical therapy can help improve mobility, strength, flexibility, movement, and function while addressing factors that may contribute to symptoms.
Should I exercise with elbow pain?
Appropriate exercises may help improve strength and function, but activities that significantly increase pain may need to be modified.
How long does elbow pain take to improve?
Recovery varies depending on the underlying cause, severity of symptoms, activity level, and individual factors.