Golfer's Elbow Surgery In Dubai
Wondering how to stay active while managing Golfer’s elbow pain?
At OrthoPro, we recognize how elbow discomfort can impact daily activities and overall well-being. That’s why our Golfer’s elbow surgery in Dubai is tailored to address pain, improve function, and prevent further damage—ensuring you can continue enjoying your favourite sports and activities.
Our orthopaedic experts are dedicated to offering top-notch care and providing the best Golfer’s elbow treatment in Dubai to restore your elbow’s health and enhance your well-being.
Let us help you get back to your best game and an active lifestyle with effective, personalized treatment.
Understanding Golfer's Elbow
Golfer’s elbow, or medial epicondylitis, occurs when the tendons and muscles on the inner side of the elbow become overworked or strained.
These tendons help control your fingers and wrist, so when you repeatedly use or strain your arm—whether you’re swinging a golf club or doing other repetitive tasks—you can develop small tears in these tendons. This leads to pain, swelling, and inflammation around the inner elbow.
Even though it’s called “golfer’s elbow,” you don’t have to be a golfer to get it. It’s a type of tendinitis that can affect anyone who does activities that put stress on the elbow.
Causes of Golfer's Elbow
- Repetitive movements, like swinging a golf club or lifting weights.
- Using the wrong form during sports or workouts.
- Starting a new sport or exercise routine too quickly, without easing into it.
- Activities involving frequent gripping or lifting, like manual labour.
- Weak or imbalanced forearm muscles.
- A direct hit to the inner elbow, such as from a fall or an accident.
Symptoms of Golfer's Elbow
- Pain on the inner side of the elbow
- Tenderness in the wrist
- Pain radiating down the forearm
- Elbow stiffness with decreased range of motion
- Weak grip or difficulty holding objects
- Swelling around the elbow joint
- Deformed or broken elbow
Diagnosing Golfer's Elbow
To diagnose the Golfer’s elbow, our doctor will start by discussing your medical history and daily activities.
They’ll perform a physical examination to assess your elbow’s movement and pain levels. They might ask you to perform certain motions to see what triggers the pain.
To get a clearer view, they could also order an X-ray or MRI scan, which helps to visualize the elbow joint and rule out other potential issues.
Golfer's Elbow Treatment in Dubai
Conservative Treatment
- Activity Restrictions: Giving your elbow time to heal by avoiding activities exacerbating pain.
- Rest and Ice: Giving your arm a break and icing the elbow can help reduce inflammation and provide Golfer’s elbow relief.
- Medications: Over-the-counter pain relievers can manage pain and swelling.
- Orthotics: Wearing a golfer’s elbow brace or splints can help reduce strain on the elbow by providing support and relieving pressure on the tendons.
- Physical Therapy: Physical therapy for Golfer’s elbow can help strengthen and stretch the forearm muscles, improving flexibility and reducing pain.
Golfer’s Elbow Surgery in Dubai
Surgery for a Golfer’s elbow begins with either local or general anaesthesia to keep you comfortable.
Our surgeon then makes an incision over the inner elbow, carefully detaching the tendons from their attachment point, removing any damaged tissue, and performing microfracture—drilling small holes into the bone to promote healing. The tendons are reattached, and the incision is closed.
Your arm will be supported by a splint post-surgery. In the initial weeks, you’ll start with light exercises like sponge squeezing. After 6-8 weeks, you can begin resistance exercises, and a return to sports is expected in about 6-8 months.
This surgical approach is often considered the best treatment for Golfer’s elbow when conservative methods don’t suffice.
Visit OrthoPro for Golfer's Elbow Treatment in Dubai
If you’re struggling with Golfer’s elbow, visit OrthoPro Clinic for comprehensive care. Our experts use advanced diagnostic techniques and personalized treatment plans to address your elbow pain effectively.
As a leading orthopaedic centre in Dubai, we offer top-notch services to help you recover fully. Our team is dedicated to providing the best treatment options and supporting your journey to better health.
Book an appointment today.
FAQs
People who frequently perform repetitive gripping, swinging, or throwing motions, such as golfers, baseball players, or those who perform manual labour, are at higher risk of developing Golfer’s elbow.
To prevent Golfer’s elbow, make sure to use proper technique in your activities, gradually increase the intensity of your workouts, strengthen your forearm muscles, and take regular breaks to avoid overuse injuries.
Recovery from the Golfer’s elbow varies but typically takes 6-12 weeks with conservative treatment. Surgery, including rehabilitation and a gradual return to activity, may extend recovery to 6-8 months.
Our Panel Of Experts
Dr. Herve Ouanezar
US Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon – Specializing in Knee & Hip Surgery and Sports Medicine
Dr. Ashish Soni
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Subspecialist in Knee, Shoulder & Hip Surgery