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Treatment Options for Elbow

The best treatment for your elbow pain depends on its cause. Here are a few strategies from our Hinge Health physical therapists for mild to moderate pain. Discuss your options with your provider.

  • Exercise therapy. Stretching and strengthening exercises can reduce elbow pain and improve overall joint function. 

  • Ice and heat. Alternate between an ice pack and heating pad every 20 minutes to reduce inflammation and relieve stiffness.

  • Over-the-counter medication. Pain relievers such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen can ease elbow pain. Make sure they're safe for you to take.

  • Ergonomic adjustments. Minimize repetitive stress on your elbow by placing smart devices on a table when typing, using speakerphone or headphones for calls, and using dictation software for typing longer messages. 

  • Braces. These provide support and immobilization. When used for short periods, they can reduce strain and allow the area to heal.

  • A TENS unit. This uses gentle electrical pulses to ease pain. Hinge Health's Enso is a wearable pain relief device specially designed to reduce pain in your muscles. It's FDA-cleared; safe and effective; and small, wireless, and portable, so it's easy to use. Learn more here.

  • Steroid injections. For severe pain, cortisone injections into your elbow can reduce inflammation and pain. 

For a proven, long-term solution, check your eligibility for our free program, paid for by most employers.

Exercises for elbows

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  • Wall Push Up
  • Lateral Wall Push
  • Towel Wringing
  • Banded Bicep Curls
  • Banded Tricep Extension
  • Table Push Up

Did you know?

Hinge Health members can work 1:1 with a physical therapist to get personalized exercise therapy program at home or on the go.Best of all, Hinge Health is available at $0 cost to you as it is covered by employers or health insurance plans.

Treatment Options for Elbow

The best treatment for your elbow pain depends on its cause. Here are a few strategies from our Hinge Health physical therapists for mild to moderate pain. Discuss your options with your provider.

  • Exercise therapy. Stretching and strengthening exercises can reduce elbow pain and improve overall joint function. 

  • Ice and heat. Alternate between an ice pack and heating pad every 20 minutes to reduce inflammation and relieve stiffness.

  • Over-the-counter medication. Pain relievers such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen can ease elbow pain. Make sure they're safe for you to take.

  • Ergonomic adjustments. Minimize repetitive stress on your elbow by placing smart devices on a table when typing, using speakerphone or headphones for calls, and using dictation software for typing longer messages. 

  • Braces. These provide support and immobilization. When used for short periods, they can reduce strain and allow the area to heal.

  • A TENS unit. This uses gentle electrical pulses to ease pain. Hinge Health's Enso is a wearable pain relief device specially designed to reduce pain in your muscles. It's FDA-cleared; safe and effective; and small, wireless, and portable, so it's easy to use. Learn more here.

  • Steroid injections. For severe pain, cortisone injections into your elbow can reduce inflammation and pain. 

For a proven, long-term solution, check your eligibility for our free program, paid for by most employers.

Did you know?

Hinge Health members can work 1:1 with a physical therapist to get personalized exercise therapy program at home or on the go.Best of all, Hinge Health is available at $0 cost to you as it is covered by employers or health insurance plans.

Exercises for elbows

Want expert care? See if you qualify for our program. →
  • Wall Push Up
  • Lateral Wall Push
  • Towel Wringing
  • Banded Bicep Curls
  • Banded Tricep Extension
  • Table Push Up

Getting started is easy

Woman Stretching With Sensors
Tell us about yourselfComplete a 10-minute questionnaire to open your account and tell us about your experience with pain. Once your account is approved, you can log into the app.
Help us build your care planDownload the Hinge Health app and log in to your account. Then, do a few exercises so we can learn about your pain. This allows us to design the right care plan to help you do more every day, with less pain.
Start your programAnd start feeling better! As your pain improves, so does your care plan—with new exercises and tools to help you move with confidence.
Disclaimer
The information contained in these videos is intended to be used for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or treatment for any specific condition. Hinge Health is not your healthcare provider and is not responsible for any injury sustained or exacerbated by your use of or participation in these exercises. Please consult with your healthcare provider or work with Hinge Health directly with any questions you may have about your medical condition or treatment.