Elbow Pain Treatment in North Phoenix

What Causes Elbow Pain?

The vast majority of elbow pain stems from repetitive stress injuries or overuse of the forearm muscles, often leading to small tears in the tendons that attach to the elbow joint. Common culprits include:

• Sports like tennis, golf, or pickleball
• Desk work or prolonged computer use
• Lifting or gripping tasks at home or on the job
• Poor posture or movement patterns
• Sleeping with one arm bent to the side or under a pillow

Elbow pain may also be linked to shoulder, wrist, or neck dysfunction, which can overload the joint and cause compensation. At Desert Valley Chiropractic, we think it is critical to evaluate the entire kinetic chain, not just the pain point.

Chiropractic Care for Elbow Pain

Using the gentle, precise Activator Method, our doctors deliver targeted adjustments that restore motion to the elbow, shoulder, wrist, and cervical spine without twisting or cracking. Chiropractic adjustments can:

• Improve joint function and mobility
• Reduce inflammation and irritation to the overused tissue
• Relieve muscle tension and nerve irritation
• Promote faster healing with better biomechanics

Many of our patients report feeling relief quickly and appreciate our low-force, non-invasive approach that’s safe for all ages and activity levels.

Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Elbow Pain

For stubborn elbow conditions that don’t respond to stretching or rest, we offer Radial Pressure Shockwave Therapy—a proven, non-surgical option that stimulates healing in damaged tissue.

Shockwave therapy works by sending acoustic soundwaves deep into the affected area to:

• Stimulate collagen production for tendon regeneration
• Break up scar tissue and calcifications
• Increase blood flow and cellular repair
• Reduce chronic inflammation and pain

Conditions like tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow often respond well to shockwave, especially when combined with chiropractic adjustments and targeted rehab.

Rehabilitation and Home Care

We don’t just treat the pain—we help you build resilience. Our team will guide you through light physical therapy and rehab exercises both in-office and at home to:

• Restore flexibility and strength
• Correct faulty movement patterns
• Prevent recurrence or compensatory injuries

You’ll also receive practical tips for posture, ergonomics, and stretches to keep your elbows—and your whole body—working well.

Don’t let nagging elbow pain keep you off the court or out of the game. At Desert Valley Chiropractic, we care for active patients who love golf, tennis, pickleball, and more, helping them stay in motion with gentle, effective, and natural care. Let our experienced team help you feel better and move better, so you can get back to doing what you love.