Golfer’s elbow can make simple things painful. Gripping a cup, lifting groceries, or swinging a club can trigger that nagging ache on the inside of your elbow. Shockwave therapy can play a role in helping relieve pain and increasing range of motion so that you can get back to hitting the links. Better still, this innovative and non-invasive treatment can help address other sports injuries and works harmoniously with chiropractic care.
Try Shockwave Therapy for Golfer’s Elbow
What Golfer’s Elbow Feels Like
Pain on the inside of your elbow usually means irritation of the tendons that connect your forearm muscles to the bone. That irritation can show up as:
- Soreness when you grip or twist your wrist
- Tenderness when you press inside your elbow
- Discomfort during activities that use your forearm
You do not have to play golf to get this condition. Repeating motions at work or in the gym can lead to similar symptoms.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy uses targeted sound waves to prompt your tissues to respond differently. It does not involve needles or drugs. Many people find it useful when pain has stuck around despite rest and movement changes. It encourages circulation and can support the area where tissues feel irritated.
Other Sports Injuries Shockwave Can Address
Shockwave is not just for elbows. It can help with several sports injury patterns, including:
- Tennis elbow on the outer arm
- Achilles tendon irritation behind the heel
- Tendon irritation in the shoulder
- Calf or plantar tendon irritation in runners
These conditions share a pattern of repetitive strain that can benefit from focused therapy.
How Chiropractic Care Works With Shockwave
Chiropractic care focuses on how your joints and muscles move together in sync. Stiffness or imbalance in your neck, shoulder, or spine can make your arm work harder. Adjustments help relax tension and improve motion so your body functions more evenly. Working with shockwave therapy, this combined approach supports both how you move and how your tissues feel.
Get Treatment for Elbow Pain in Salem, OR
Golfer’s elbow and similar sports injuries can limit your comfort and performance. Core Sport and Spine in Salem, OR, offers chiropractic care and shockwave therapy, which work together to support your movement and reduce recurring strain. Reach out today to talk with us about whether shockwave therapy fits your needs and what your care plan could look like.
