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Golfer's Elbow

A condition in which repeated micro-damage to the tendon on the inner elbow (the flexors) causes pain. The inside of the elbow hurts when lifting objects or bending the wrist.

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Golfer's Elbow

Q. What's the difference between tennis and golfer's elbow?

Tennis elbow: outer elbow pain. Golfer's elbow: inner elbow pain.

📝 Detailed Answer

Tennis vs golfer's elbow: ① tennis elbow: outer (lateral) elbow pain, extension activities, ② golfer's elbow: inner (medial) elbow pain, flexion activities, ③ both are tendon overuse injuries, ④ similar treatment approach, ⑤ different acupoints and stretches.

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Hyo-seop Kim

Chief Director

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