Arm & Elbow Treatment in Kansas City
Are you experiencing arm or elbow pain?
Symptoms of Golfers elbow includes irritation and pain within the inside of the elbow. Tennis elbow is pain on the outside of the elbow. However, both sports have athletes and participants with pain corresponding with the other specified sport (i.e. medial elbow pain with tennis players).
Possible Treatments for arm & Elbow Pain
The physical therapists at F.I.T. Muscle & Joint Clinic treat a variety of arm and elbow issues.
Learn about chiropractic treatments for arm and elbow pain.
Graston Technique
The physical therapy Graston technique is one of the leading instrument assisted soft tissue therapies for the treatment of muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves.
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Dry Needling
Dry Needling is the process of using a thin needle inserted into a trigger point to relieve a contracture within a muscle.
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Active Release Technique
Active Release Technique (A.R.T) is one of the leading soft tissue therapies for the treatment of muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves.
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Golfer’s Elbow
Golfer’s Elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis, is the result of overuse and irritation within the elbow joint.
Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is often caused by repetitive motion and irritation within the elbow joint.
Carpal Tunnel
Numbness, tingling, pain and weakness are some of the first symptoms that come to mind when thinking about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).
Tell us about your pain.
Take a couple of minutes to tell us about your symptoms and pain areas. Prefer to chat over the phone? Call us for a free phone consultation.
Symptoms of Elbow Pain Can Include
- Irritation & pain within the inside of the elbow
- Pain on the outside of the elbow
Arm & Elbow Injuries
Golfer’s & Tennis Elbow
Treatment for Golfers and Tennis Elbow include soft tissue therapy to the surrounding area. However, without treatment and corrective exercises of the scapulothoracic joint and thoracic spine results are often short-term and limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm experiencing arm pain at night. Can a physical therapist help?
Yes our physical therapists will discuss your specific symptoms with you and following a thorough exam will guide you through a treatment plan to address any underlying dysfunction that may be causing your arm pain at night.
I have upper arm pain. Is there anything I can do for relief between visits?
Yes at each of your visits with one of our physical therapists, you will guided through a variety of exercises you can do in the comfort of you own home to promote healing. Each of these exercises will complement the treatment you receive in clinic.
I'm feeling arm pain and numbness. What should I do?
If you are experiencing arm pain and numbness you should consult a medical provider. Depending on the severity of your pain and numbness will determine the best treatment options.
Do you see patients for upper arm pain in both arms?
Yes our physical therapists will see patients for multiple body parts. We can work on eliminating the pain in both of your arms while restoring proper function.
Visit your local F.I.T. Physical Therapy Clinic
Meet the team at any of our 5 locations: Lee’s Summit, Crossroads, Blue Valley, Overland Park & Shawnee.
