Condition
Tennis & Golfer's Elbow Treatment in St. Louis, MO
Pickleball Elbow Included
Pain on the outside of the elbow (tennis elbow) or the inside (golfer's elbow) is a tendon overload problem — and you don't have to be an athlete to get it. Pickleball, yard work, a computer mouse, a wrench, or lifting a toddler can all do it. The longer it hangs on, the more the tendon needs active treatment, not just rest. We target the tendon directly and fix what's overloading it.
Signs It's Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
Elbow tendon pain usually shows up like this:
Pain on the outside or inside of the elbow
Pain when gripping, shaking hands, turning a doorknob, or lifting a coffee cup
A weaker grip than you're used to
Pain after play or after repetitive work
An ache that travels into the forearm
Elbow pain that's lingered for weeks or months
The Approach to Elbow Pain
We assess your elbow, wrist, shoulder, neck, and grip mechanics — because the elbow often pays for problems elsewhere. Care may include Radial Shockwave Therapy on the irritated tendon, soft-tissue work for the forearm, adjustments to the wrist, elbow, or neck where needed, cold laser therapy, and a progressive tendon-strengthening plan. Athletes get technique and equipment pointers and a clear return-to-play plan — see our sports injury care.
When It's Not Just the Tendon
Numbness or tingling in the ring and pinky fingers can mean a nerve is involved rather than (or as well as) a tendon — we check for that and treat it, see nerve pain and numbness. If your exam suggests a tendon rupture or fracture, we'll refer you for imaging and to a specialist from our trusted referral network.
Get seen promptly if elbow pain followed a fall or a sudden pop, there's visible deformity, significant swelling, or you can't bend or straighten the arm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I just rest it?
- Rest calms things down, but it rarely fixes a stubborn tendon on its own. Tendons respond to the right kind of load — that's what we build into your plan.
Do I have to stop playing?
- Not always. Many people keep playing with modifications while we treat it. We'll tell you when to back off and when it's safe to ramp up.
Do elbow straps help?
- A counterforce strap can take the edge off during activity. It's a helper, not a fix.
Could it be coming from my neck?
- Sometimes. Nerve irritation in the neck can mimic elbow pain, which is why we check the whole arm and neck.
Let's Get You Back on the Court
We'll find what's overloading your elbow, treat the tendon directly, and get you back to the game — or the yard work — without the wince.