Elbow, Arm, Wrist & Hand Injury Treatment at Melbourne Physio Clinic
At Melbourne Physio Clinic, we specialise in treating a wide range of conditions affecting the elbow, arm, wrist, and hand. These areas are crucial for everyday activities, and any injury or pain can significantly affect your quality of life. Our experienced physiotherapists use personalised, evidence-based treatment plans to help reduce pain, restore function, and speed up recovery.
Elbow, arm, wrist, and hand injuries are common and can result from overuse, trauma, or degenerative conditions. These areas are heavily involved in daily tasks and sports activities, making them prone to strain and injury. At Melbourne Physio Clinic, we provide expert diagnosis and treatment to help you recover and prevent future problems.
Understanding Elbow, Arm, Wrist & Hand Pain and Injuries
What Causes Elbow, Arm, Wrist & Hand Pain?
Injury
Injuries such as fractures, dislocations, and sprains often result from falls, accidents, or sports. These can affect the bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, requiring specialised rehabilitation to restore full function.
Overuse & Repetitive Strain
Conditions like Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow are common overuse injuries that affect the tendons. They are usually caused by repetitive movements, especially in sports or jobs that require repeated gripping or lifting.
Degenerative Conditions
Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative condition that affects the cartilage in your joints. It can affect the elbow, wrist, or hand joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of mobility over time.
Some Symptoms of Elbow, Arm, Wrist & Hand Pain
Acute vs. Chronic Pain
Acute injuries, like fractures or sprains, cause immediate sharp pain, while overuse or degenerative conditions may lead to chronic, persistent discomfort. Understanding the nature of your pain is crucial for effective treatment.
Swelling and Inflammation
Swelling is a common symptom after an acute injury or with conditions like osteoarthritis or bursitis. Bursitis is the inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that provide padding for certain bones, tendons, and muscles. Physiotherapy can help reduce inflammation and speed up healing.
Numbness or Tingling
Conditions such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can cause numbness, tingling, or weakness in the hand and wrist, often due to nerve compression.
Clicking or Popping
This is common in shoulder, elbow, and wrist affections. Some examples include joint instability, rotator cuff injuries, and osteoarthritis.
Common Elbow, Arm, Wrist & Hand Conditions We Treat
At Melbourne Physio Clinic, we treat a wide range of conditions affecting the elbow, arm, wrist, and hand, including:
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This is a tendon injury that causes pain and tenderness on the outside of the elbow, often caused by repetitive gripping or lifting activities.
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This is a tendon injury that causes pain on the inside of the elbow, typically resulting from repetitive movements in sports or work.
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Inflammation of the bursa, commonly affecting the elbow or wrist, leading to pain and swelling. Bursitis is the inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that provide padding for certain bones, tendons, and muscles.
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Comprehensive rehabilitation following fractures or surgery to restore strength, mobility, and a graded return to sports and activities.
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Injuries to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the elbow, wrist, or hand that can occur from trauma or overuse.
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Inflammation of the tendons, often caused by repetitive movements.
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Inflammation of the tendons in the thumb, leading to pain when moving the thumb or wrist.
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Compression of the median nerve in the wrist, causing numbness, tingling, or weakness in the hand.
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A condition where the finger locks or catches when bent or straightened due to inflammation of the tendons.
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Thickening and tightening of the tissues in the palm, causing the fingers to curl inward.
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Degenerative joint disease affecting the elbow, wrist, or hand, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
How Physiotherapy Can Help
Physiotherapy is an effective way to manage and treat elbow, arm, wrist, and hand injuries. Our treatments focus on reducing pain, restoring movement, and strengthening the muscles to prevent further injury.
Reducing Pain
Through techniques like manual therapy and soft tissue mobilisation, we can alleviate pain and reduce inflammation in the affected area.
Improving Mobility
We design an exercise program to help you regain your full range of motion, whether you’ve suffered a fracture, strain, or repetitive use injury. Manual therapy is also beneficial to improve range of motion as an adjunct to exercise.
Preventing Re-injury
Our team educates patients on proper techniques and exercises to avoid further injury. Whether it's correcting your posture, modifying your work setup, or designing a sports-specific recovery plan, we aim to keep you pain-free.
Our Treatment Approach
Initial Assessment
We begin with a comprehensive evaluation to determine the root cause of your pain. This includes a detailed physical assessment and discussion of your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals.
Customised Treatment Plan
Based on the assessment, we create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific condition and recovery needs.
Hands-on Techniques
Manual therapy, including joint mobilisation and soft tissue massage, helps reduce pain and restore movement in the injured area.
Post-Surgical Rehab
For those recovering from surgery or fractures, we provide focused post-surgical rehabilitation to restore strength and mobility while reducing the risk of complications.
Melbourne Physio Clinic Top Tips for Elbow, Arm, Wrist & Hand Pain Management
Maintain Proper Posture: Whether working at a desk or engaging in physical activities, good posture reduces strain on your upper limbs.
Strengthen Your Muscles: Regular strengthening exercises for the arms, wrists, and hands can help prevent injuries and improve your overall function.
Use Proper Ergonomics: Adjust your workstation or sports technique to minimise repetitive strain on your elbow, arm, wrist, and hand.
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Don’t let elbow, arm, wrist, or hand pain limit your daily life. Book an appointment with Melbourne Physio Clinic today and start your recovery journey with our expert physiotherapy team.