The elbow is prone to several common injuries due to its complex structure and frequent use. These injuries typically result from overuse, repetitive motions, or trauma. Here are the most common elbow injuries:

Tendon Injuries

Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow):

Overuse of the forearm extensor muscles causes pain on the outer elbow.

Common in: Racquet sports, repetitive wrist extension.

Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow):

Overuse of the forearm flexor muscles leads to pain on the inner elbow.

Common in: Golf, baseball, or repetitive wrist flexion.

Distal Biceps Tendon Tear:

A tear of the biceps tendon near the elbow caused by a sudden, forceful load.

Common in: Heavy lifting or traumatic injury.

Nerve related injuries:

Where the ulnar nerve at the inner elbow becomes compressed.

Ligaments injuries:

Which are common in athletes that engage in throwing sports such as the javelin.

Dislocation:

Where the bones of the elbow are forced out of alignment.

Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI):

Chronic strain from repetitive motions, leading to muscle and tendon irritation.

Common in: Manual labour, typing, sports.

How Sports Massage can help:

Sports Massage can help with any of the above by aiding in injury prevention and recovery and working on the muscles and ligaments around the elbow joint to reduce pain, stiffness and improve mobility.

PLEASE NOTE: THE ELBOW IS A COMPLEX PART OF THE BODY AND SOME ELBOW PROBLEMS MAY BE ACUTE AND NOT SOLVED BY SPORTS MASSAGE ALONE. IT IS ALWAYS ADVISABLE TO SEEK ADVICE FROM A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL IF YOU SUSPECT SOMETHING MORE SERIOUS.