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Golfer's elbow

Pain on the inner side of the elbow, worst when gripping or bending the wrist. It is the same problem as tennis elbow, on the opposite side — and it is treated the same way.

Do not wait for an appointment

These suggest something else.

  • Pins and needles in the little and ring fingers
  • Weakness of grip, or the hand feels clumsy
  • Pain after a fall onto the elbow
  • Swelling, redness or fever

Do this

  • Eccentric wrist flexion exercises with a light weight — Sheet 13
  • Reduce heavy gripping for a few weeks
  • Heat before exercise
  • Be patient — months, not weeks

Avoid this

  • Steroid injection, for the same reason as tennis elbow
  • Complete rest
  • Ignoring numbness in the little finger — that is the ulnar nerve, not the tendon

The questions everybody asks

Is it the same as tennis elbow?

Yes, on the other side of the elbow.

Tennis elbow is outer, golfer's elbow is inner. The mechanism, the treatment and the timeline are the same.

Why are my fingers tingling?

That is the ulnar nerve, which runs just behind the inner elbow.

It often travels with this condition and it needs recognising separately — tell us if it is happening.

Do I need a scan?

No.

This is diagnosed by where it hurts and what provokes it.

Open the exercise sheet

Pictures, how many and how often, and what it should feel like. Free, and printable.

On cost: if we suggest a scan, an injection or an operation, ask us what it costs and what happens if you do nothing. We will answer both. You should never feel pushed into spending money.

Consultation is ₹500 for a first visit and ₹300 for a follow-up, the same at both clinics. For anything else, ask at the desk or on WhatsApp before it is done — we will tell you the exact cost.

Should you come and see us?

A page is a starting point, not a diagnosis. If the pain is not settling, come in and have it looked at properly — bring any X-ray, MRI or CT films you already have.

Nallasopara West

Opposite Patil Hospital

Shop No. 14, Veena Apartment,
Opposite Patil Hospital, near Panchmukhi Hanuman Mandir,
S.T. Stand Road, Nallasopara West — 401203

Monday to Saturday
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm  ·  7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only

Virar East

Opposite Parimal Hospital

Shop No. 7, Damodar Tower,
Opposite Parimal Hospital, Morya Nagar,
Manvel Pada Road, Virar East — 401305

Monday to Saturday
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only

Ready when you are.

Call either clinic during consulting hours, or send a WhatsApp message any time.