ELBOW & WRIST PAIN
Elbow and wrist pain can creep up gradually or come on suddenly, often making everyday tasks like typing, lifting, or gripping surprisingly difficult. From tennis elbow and golfer's elbow to carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injuries, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists at Dingley Health Hub are skilled at identifying what's driving your pain and addressing it at the source. With hands-on treatment and practical advice on posture and movement, we'll help you recover faster and reduce the risk of it recurring.
Common Elbow & Wrist Conditions
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Tennis elbow is one of the most common elbow complaints we see at Dingley Health Hub, despite the fact that most people who develop it have never picked up a tennis racquet. It involves degeneration and irritation of the tendons that attach to the outer elbow, causing pain and tenderness on the outside of the elbow that is typically worse with gripping, lifting, and repetitive wrist movements. Our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists are experienced in treating tennis elbow, using hands-on treatment and a carefully progressed loading program to stimulate tendon healing and restore pain-free elbow function.
Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)
Golfer's elbow involves degeneration and irritation of the tendons that attach to the inner elbow, causing pain and tenderness on the inside of the elbow that can radiate into the forearm and wrist. Despite its name, it is commonly seen in people who perform repetitive gripping, lifting, or throwing activities. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists will assess the contributing factors and provide hands-on treatment combined with a progressive rehabilitation program to promote tendon healing and help you return to your activities pain free.
Elbow bursitis (olecranon bursitis)
Elbow bursitis involves inflammation of the bursa — a small fluid-filled sac — that sits at the back of the elbow over the olecranon bone. It can be caused by a direct blow to the elbow, prolonged pressure from leaning on a hard surface, or an underlying inflammatory condition, and typically presents as a visible swelling and tenderness at the back of the elbow. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths will assess the cause of your bursitis and provide appropriate hands-on treatment and advice to reduce inflammation, relieve discomfort, and prevent recurrence.
Elbow osteoarthritis
Elbow osteoarthritis involves the gradual breakdown of cartilage within the elbow joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and a reduced range of movement that can make everyday tasks such as lifting, carrying, and reaching increasingly difficult. While osteoarthritis cannot be reversed, effective management can significantly improve your comfort and function. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists will work with you to manage your symptoms, maintain as much mobility and strength as possible, and provide practical guidance on activity modification to help you stay active and independent.
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed as it passes through the narrow carpal tunnel at the wrist, causing numbness, tingling, and weakness in the thumb, index, middle, and part of the ring finger. Symptoms are often worse at night or with sustained hand and wrist positions, and can significantly affect grip strength and fine motor tasks. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths are experienced in the conservative management of carpal tunnel syndrome, using hands-on treatment to relieve nerve compression and providing practical advice on wrist positioning, ergonomics, and activity modification to reduce symptoms and support recovery.
Wrist sprains and ligament injuries
Wrist sprains are among the most common upper limb injuries, typically occurring when the wrist is forced into an awkward position during a fall, sport, or sudden movement. They range in severity from a mild stretch of the ligaments to a significant tear that can affect wrist stability and function. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists will assess the extent of your wrist injury and provide targeted hands-on treatment and rehabilitation exercises to support ligament healing, restore wrist stability, and get you back to your activities as quickly and safely as possible.
De Quervain's tenosynovitis
De Quervain's tenosynovitis involves inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain and swelling at the base of the thumb that is typically worse with gripping, pinching, or turning the wrist. It is particularly common in new parents from repeatedly lifting their baby, as well as in people who perform repetitive thumb and wrist movements. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists are experienced in treating De Quervain's tenosynovitis, using hands-on techniques to reduce inflammation and tension in the affected tendons and providing practical advice on activity modification to allow healing.
Wrist osteoarthritis
Wrist osteoarthritis involves the gradual breakdown of cartilage within the wrist joint, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced grip strength that can make everyday tasks such as opening jars, typing, and writing increasingly difficult. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists will work with you to manage the symptoms of wrist osteoarthritis, maintain as much mobility and strength as possible, and provide practical guidance on activity modification and joint protection strategies to help you stay functional and independent.
Wrist fracture rehabilitation
Wrist fractures — particularly fractures of the radius — are among the most common fractures seen in both younger active individuals and older adults with osteoporosis. Following immobilisation in a cast, structured rehabilitation is essential to restore the strength, mobility, and function of the wrist and hand. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths are experienced in post-fracture wrist rehabilitation, guiding you through a progressive recovery program that safely restores your range of movement, grip strength, and confidence in using your wrist and hand for daily activities.
Triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injury
The triangular fibrocartilage complex is a structure on the little finger side of the wrist that provides stability and cushioning to the wrist joint. Injuries to the TFCC — through a fall, sudden twisting movement, or repetitive loading — can cause pain on the outer wrist, clicking, and a sense of instability that affects grip and weight-bearing through the wrist. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths are experienced in assessing TFCC injuries and providing conservative management to reduce pain, improve stability, and restore wrist function, working alongside your GP or specialist where further investigation is required.
Ganglion cysts
Ganglion cysts are fluid-filled lumps that commonly develop on the back or front of the wrist and are the most common soft tissue tumours of the hand and wrist. While they are benign and often painless, they can cause localised discomfort, restricted movement, and weakness in the wrist, particularly when they press on surrounding structures. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths can assess your ganglion cyst and provide hands-on treatment to help manage any associated pain and stiffness, while referring you to your GP or specialist if further investigation or intervention is required.
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) of the wrist
Repetitive strain injury of the wrist is an increasingly common complaint, particularly among people who spend long hours typing, using a mouse, or performing repetitive hand and wrist movements at work. Over time, these sustained demands can cause cumulative stress and irritation to the tendons, nerves, and soft tissues of the wrist, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced function. At Dingley Health Hub, our osteopaths and remedial massage therapists will identify the contributing factors and provide effective hands-on treatment alongside practical ergonomic advice and activity modifications to support your recovery and prevent recurrence.