Treat Medial Epicondylitis - Golfer's elbow - With physical therapy

Hi, my name's Lee Perkins. I'm a physical therapist and founder of HandsOnRemedy.com. Today I'm going to talk about Medial Epicondylitis and why you should consider physical therapy as your first option in the healing process. Medial Epicondylitis, as known as Golfer's Elbow, occurs when the flexor tendon that connects your forearm muscle to the bone of your elbow gets stressed and inflamed. This tendon irritation can make it really difficult to grip, twist and throw objects with your hand. Medial Epicondylitis can be extremely painful making it challenging to perform even the most basic activities during your day; like getting dressed in the morning, using a hammer or twisting the lid off a jar. With early Physical Therapy treatment, you can maximize your function quickly and cost effectively. On the first visit, your Physical Therapist will perform differential diagnostic testing to determine your exact condition. You should then expect a hands-on treatment incorporating specialized techniques to help get the results you need. Your therapist will also provide a home exercise program specific to your injury and the training to perform those exercises correctly. Our goal as therapists is the same as yours; heal quickly and heal permanently. The information you see on our website and this video should NOT be used to determine your own condition. You should seek medical advice from a qualified professional first. Find your Physical Therapist now at HandsOnRemedy.com, and best wishes for a speedy recovery.