Tennis & Golfer's Elbow Treatment in Bend
Get a Grip on Elbow Pain
Tennis elbow is not just a tennis problem. Pickleball players, golfers, weightlifters and weekend warriors all get it. It usually starts with pain when gripping, lifting or turning the forearm, and it lingers when rest, ice and a brace do not fix the cause.
Sound familiar?
- Pain or tenderness on the outside (tennis) or inside (golfer's) of the elbow
- Discomfort when gripping, lifting or turning the forearm
- Reduced grip strength
- Stiffness that hangs around after activity
What it really is
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a degenerative tendinopathy: a gradual breakdown of tendon fibers from repetitive stress over time, not simple inflammation. Golfer's elbow is the same process on the inside of the elbow. The usual causes are repetitive gripping, poor mechanics and overload. Rest, ice and bracing can give temporary relief, but without targeted treatment the tendon stays vulnerable.
How we treat it
AdjustmentsTo the wrist, elbow, shoulder and neck. Joint restrictions anywhere along the arm change how force travels through it and add stress to the elbow.
Active Release Technique (ART)To break up adhesions in the forearm muscles and tendons, with you moving through specific ranges while the practitioner works.
Blood flow restriction (BFR) trainingTo build grip and forearm strength with very light loads, supporting tendon recovery without overloading it.
Ready to get back to it?
Care is one-on-one and starts with a movement assessment.
Prevention for golfers and racket players
Your elbow is one link in a chain. Restoring motion in the wrist, shoulder and upper back, building grip endurance and cleaning up mechanics all reduce the load the tendon has to absorb on every swing.
What recovery usually looks like
Every plan is individual, so your timeline depends on your injury and your goals.
Common questions
How long does tennis elbow take to get better?
Recovery is planned in phases over roughly 6 to 10 weeks, with home exercises between visits.
What does a BFR session involve?
Low-resistance grip exercises or isometric holds in short sets with cuffs that partially restrict blood flow, usually 15 to 20 minutes, 2 to 3 times a week.
Do I have to stop golfing?
Not necessarily. Your plan is built around your activity level and goals and adjusted as you progress.