GOLFER'S ELBOW · TENNIS ELBOW · WRIST
Elbow Pain Treatment in Fort Lauderdale
A burning ache on the inside or outside of the elbow. A grip that's suddenly weak. Pain every time you lift a coffee cup, swing a club, or do a pull-up. We find what's overloading your elbow, treat the tendon, and rebuild the strength that keeps it from coming back.
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Golfer's elbow vs. tennis elbow: which one do you have?
Despite the names, you don't need to play golf or tennis to get either one. Where it hurts is the first clue.
Golfer's elbow
Medial epicondylitis
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Pain or burning in the inner elbow and forearm
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Weak, painful grip
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Worse bending the wrist or turning the palm down against resistance
INSIDE OF THE ELBOW
Quick Self-check*
Straighten your arm, palm up. Press down on your palm with your other hand. Pain on the inside of the elbow points to golfer's elbow.
Tennis Elbow
Lateral epicondylitis
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Pain or burning, weak and painful grip, tender bony spot on the outside
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Weak, painful grip​
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Tender bony spot on the outside of the elbow
OUTSIDE OF THE ELBOW
Quick Self-check*
Lift a light chair with your arm fully straight. Pain on the outside of the elbow points to tennis elbow.
A self-check is not a diagnosis, if either one hurts, have it evaluated*
Golfer's elbow and tennis elbow
Both are tendon problems, usually from overuse: the tendons that attach to the inside or outside of the elbow get more load than they can handle. Despite the names, you don't need to play golf or tennis to get either one. We see them in lifters, pickleball players, people who type or use a mouse all day, and new parents.
Golf Swing
Wrist position, casting, and chicken winging overload the inner elbow.
GRIP AND LIFTING
Heavy pulling, barbell grip, and racquet sports stress the forearm tendons.
SHOULDER AND NECK
A weak shoulder or irritated neck can push extra work down to the elbow.
How we treat it: focused shockwave therapy, Ultrasound Guided Dry Needling, and progressive tendon loading. Research supports focused shockwave for tennis elbow.
How does AVION treat elbow pain?
Step 1
FIND IT.
A 60–90 minute evaluation of your elbow, wrist, shoulder, and neck. We test grip strength, check the tendons with diagnostic ultrasound, and look at how you use the arm in your sport or job.
Step 2
FIX IT.
Spinal manipulation and joint mobilization
​Ultrasound Guided Dry Needling
Focused shockwave therapy
Red light therapy (photobiomodulation)
Step 3
FORTIFY IT.
Progressive tendon loading for the forearm, strength for the shoulder and upper back, and fixes to the grip, swing, or setup that overloaded the elbow.
More elbow, wrist, and hand conditions we treat
Elbow surgery and fractures
Restoring full bending and straightening, grip strength, and confidence, following your surgeon's protocol.
Carpal tunnel, numbness, and tingling
Finger numbness can start at the wrist, elbow, or neck. We test the whole nerve path first.
Wrist sprains
From a fall, lifting, or sport. We restore motion, grip, and the stability to bear weight on your hands.
Trigger Finger
A finger that catches, clicks, or locks when you bend it.
What does recovery look like at AVION?
Tendons heal slowly. Elbow pain often lingers because people rest, feel better, and go straight back to full load. We rebuild the tendon step by step, and most patients keep training or playing in a modified way.
3 Weeks
Calm inflammation and pain
6 Weeks
Repair tissue and restore motion
9 Weeks
Rebuild strength for long term relief
When should I see a doctor instead?
See a doctor before starting treatment if you have:
• A visible deformity, or you can't bend or straighten the elbow after a fall
• Numbness or weakness in the hand that's getting worse
• A sudden pop at the front of the elbow, then bruising and weakness turning your palm up
• A red, hot, swollen elbow, or fever
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If we see signs like these during your evaluation, we'll refer you right away.
Elbow pain FAQ
Should I rest my elbow or keep using it?
Complete rest usually doesn't fix tendon pain. We keep you moving with modified activity and the right amount of tendon loading while it heals.
Will a brace or strap fix tennis elbow?
A strap can ease pain during activity, but it doesn't fix the tendon. Treatment and progressive loading do.
Does shockwave therapy hurt?
Most patients feel strong pressure and some discomfort, which eases as sessions go on. We start at a low intensity and adjust to what you can tolerate.
Do I need a referral?
No. We're direct access, so we can see you without a prescription for up to 30 days.
How long is the first visit?
60 minutes, or 90 with our signature option, including 15–20 minutes of treatment so recovery starts on day one.