Outside elbow pain
Notice whether lifting or gripping brings discomfort along the outside of your elbow.
Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow · Shelton, Connecticut
When gripping hurts,
look beyond the grip.
Opening a jar, carrying a bag or swinging a club should not define your day around elbow pain. Start with an evaluation of what is provoking your symptoms.
Understand the condition
Two common patterns. One important distinction.
Tennis elbow typically affects the outside of the elbow; golfer’s elbow affects the inside. Both involve tendons near the elbow and can occur with repeated gripping or wrist movements. You do not need to play either sport to develop symptoms.
Inside elbow pain
Tell us about discomfort along the inside of the elbow and forearm.
Everyday demands
Work tasks, hobbies and exercise habits help us understand the demands on your arm.
Your evaluation
Make your visit
about your situation.
Bring details of repetitive tasks, recent changes in activity and any prior treatment. Your examination considers the elbow, wrist and arm rather than assuming every gripping problem is a tendon injury.
Explain what you would like to do more comfortably, whether that means work, sleep, exercise or everyday tasks. Your goals help focus the conversation.
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Choose the next step
with a clearer picture.
A conservative plan may include modifying aggravating activities and gradually rebuilding strength with individually selected exercises. We will discuss whether our services fit your findings and when another clinician’s input would be useful.
When to seek prompt medical attention
Seek prompt medical assessment after a significant injury, visible deformity, a hot swollen joint with fever, or new loss of strength or sensation.
Common questions
A little more clarity.
Do I have to play tennis or golf to get these problems?
No. Repetitive work, household tasks and other activities can also place demands on the tendons around the elbow.
Is hand numbness always part of tennis elbow?
No. Numbness can have other causes and deserves assessment. Tell us where it occurs and whether you have weakness.
Can I keep doing my usual activities?
That depends on your findings and symptoms. Discuss which tasks to modify and how to return gradually rather than pushing through worsening pain.
Related care
Keep exploring.
Patient education sources
General educational resources. These organizations do not endorse this practice or its services. Individual recommendations require an examination.
Meet your doctor
Dr. James J. Dalfino →
Your next step
Start with a conversation.
Find out what may be driving your elbow pain.
Tell Dr. Dalfino what hurts, how it affects your day and what you want to get back to. Your consultation and examination help identify what may be contributing to your symptoms and whether our care is appropriate for you.
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Consultation, examination, report of findings and first treatment when appropriate.
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