A Natural and Complete Approach to Healing Tennis Elbow and Gold Elbow
Elbow pain often starts quietly. A dull ache when lifting a bag. Sharp discomfort when gripping a mug. Weakness that makes everyday tasks feel harder than they should. Over time, these small signals can turn into persistent pain that refuses to fully resolve.
Two of the most common causes are tennis elbow and golf elbow. Despite their names, you do not need to play sports to develop either condition.
What Is Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow, also called lateral epicondylitis, involves irritation and micro damage to the tendons on the outside of the elbow. These tendons are responsible for extending the wrist and stabilizing the forearm.
Common triggers include repetitive hand and wrist use such as typing, lifting, gardening, weight training, home improvement work, or caring for children. Pain is usually felt on the outer elbow and may radiate down the forearm. Gripping and lifting often make it worse.
What Is Golf Elbow
Golf elbow, or medial epicondylitis, affects the tendons on the inside of the elbow. These tendons control wrist flexion and forearm rotation.
This condition is frequently associated with repetitive gripping, pulling, or twisting motions. Pain tends to be felt on the inner elbow and may extend toward the wrist. Activities like carrying groceries, opening jars, or prolonged phone use can become uncomfortable.
Why These Conditions Are Slow to Heal
Tendons have limited blood supply compared to muscles. This means inflammation, micro tears, and tissue degeneration can linger for months if the area is repeatedly stressed or not properly supported.
Many people try rest, braces, ice, anti-inflammatory medications, or physical therapy. Some experience partial relief, but symptoms often return once normal activity resumes. Over time, the body adapts to pain patterns, and healing can stall.
How We Support Elbow Recovery
At Westbury Acupuncture, elbow pain is approached by addressing both the local injury and the underlying strain that allowed it to develop.
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Treatment plans are individualized. Some people need focused care on the elbow itself. Others benefit from addressing posture, shoulder mechanics, neck tension, or systemic stress that keeps the area irritated.
What People Often Notice Over Time
As treatment progresses, many patients report
Progress is often gradual rather than instant, especially when pain has been present for months or years. Consistency and proper support make a meaningful difference.
A Steadier Path Forward
If your symptoms feel difficult to explain, you are not imagining them. One of our patients shared, “I struggled with golf elbow pain that affected my work and daily activities. After committing to regular acupuncture treatments, the pain slowly eased and my elbow feels much better now. Consistency made a real difference.”
If this sounds like you or someone you care about, you are not alone. Elbow pain often shows up quietly through patterns that are easy to dismiss but hard to live with.
With the right support, many people experience fewer flare ups, steadier comfort, improved function, and a greater sense of confidence in their bodies. The process begins by listening closely to what the body has been signaling and supporting the systems that have been under strain for too long.
If this resonates with you or a loved one, we invite you to give us a call to schedule a consultation and explore how we can support your path forward.
