Golfer's Elbow Treatment
Expert treatment for inner elbow pain. From physical therapy to minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Deepthi Nandan Reddy
Clinical Director
Apollo Hospitals, Financial District
9 AM - 5 PM (Mon-Sat)
What is Golfer's Elbow?
Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) causes pain on the inner side of the elbow. Despite its name, it affects anyone who repeatedly uses their forearm muscles—not just golfers.
Symptoms
Treatment Options
Conservative Treatment
Rest, ice, bracing, physical therapy. Effective in 85-90% of cases.
Injection Therapy
Steroid or PRP injections for persistent cases.
Surgical Release
For cases not responding to 6-12 months of conservative care.
Expert Elbow Care
As SESI President and upper limb specialist, Dr. Reddy provides comprehensive elbow care.
Elbow Specialist
Shoulder & Elbow Society President
Conservative First
Surgery only when necessary
Frequently Asked Questions
1What's the difference between golfer's and tennis elbow?
Golfer's elbow affects the inner elbow (medial epicondylitis), while tennis elbow affects the outer elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Treatment approaches are similar.
2How long does golfer's elbow take to heal?
With proper treatment, most cases improve within 6-12 months. Some recover faster with rest and therapy.
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