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Osteopathy · Elbow & Wrist Pain

Elbow &
wrist pain.

Overuse, repetitive strain, or sport — elbow and wrist pain has a clear cause and a clear fix.

Elbow and wrist pain is strongly tied to how you load the arm at work and in sport. Tennis elbow is less widespread than its reputation suggests — around 1.3% of working-age adults — but the risk rises more than fivefold in people whose work combines repetitive movement with force, such as tradespeople (Shiri et al., American Journal of Epidemiology, 2006).

Last updated: October 2026

Elbow and wrist pain is strongly tied to how you load the arm at work and in sport. Tennis elbow is less widespread than its reputation suggests — around 1.3% of working-age adults — but the risk rises more than fivefold in people whose work combines repetitive movement with force, such as tradespeople (Shiri et al., American Journal of Epidemiology, 2006). Whether it's a classic tennis elbow from repetitive strain or a wrist sprain from sport, accurate diagnosis determines the fastest path to recovery.

Common causes

Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)

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Overload of the extensor tendons at the outer elbow. Common in tradies, gym-goers, and racquet sport players.

Medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow)

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Flexor tendon overload at the inner elbow. Often from gripping, throwing, or prolonged keyboard use.

Wrist and forearm strain

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Repetitive loading from keyboard, mouse, and phone use. Can cause persistent forearm tightness and weakness.

Nerve irritation

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The median, ulnar, or radial nerves can be compressed at the elbow or wrist — causing numbness, tingling, or grip weakness.
Osteopath Steven Eskaf assessing a standing patient’s shoulder and arm range of motion in the Berwick clinic
Assessment first — we test movement and joint mobility before treating.

How we treat it

Soft tissue work for the forearm and elbow complex, joint mobilisation, nerve assessment, and a graded loading protocol to rebuild tendon tolerance. We also identify the training or ergonomic driver to prevent recurrence.

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Same-week appointments available. Initial consult 60 min · $149 · HICAPS on-site.

Common questions

FAQ: elbow & wrist pain

How long does tennis elbow take to heal?
With the right loading program: 6–12 weeks. The key is progressive tendon loading — not just rest and ice.
Do I need a cortisone injection?
Rarely as a first line. Evidence for cortisone in tendinopathy is mixed and can delay healing. We'll discuss if it's appropriate.
Can I keep training?
Usually yes, with load modification. Complete rest rarely helps tendinopathy — the right kind of loading speeds recovery.

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