Medial epicondylitis is a kind of tendinitis that is also known as golfer’s elbow or sometimes tennis elbow – this is a condition in which a tendon is inflamed or irritated. The tendon linking the elbow and wrist tears due to overuse or injury – when a person with medial epicondylitis bends their wrist toward the forearm, they usually feel pain.

This injury can affect anyone who engages in an activity that imposes a constant pressure on the wrist and forearm.

Here, the symptoms and causes of medial epicondylitis are discussed, whilst we also consider therapy options to help with pain. 

Risk factors and causes

One of the most common causes of medial epicondylitis is overuse of the tendon. Overusing the forearm, clutching the hand, or flexing the wrist commonly causes this. After frequent exertion, small tears in the tendon might form – these tears can cause swelling and pain over time.

Athletes are frequently affected with medial epicondylitis. People who participate in the following sports are more likely to develop the disease:

• Tennis
• Golf
• Rowing
• Baseball
• Weight lifting

Others may be injured as a result of work-related tasks. The tendon can be strained by any action that requires constant wrist twisting or bending.

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