How We Treat Golfers Elbow At Poneke Physio

Our service is for people who want to be truly free from chronic pain & injuries. This involves healing the real causes of pain and injury susceptibility, deep in the body and nervous system.  It also means moving beyond outdated ‘symptom based’ approaches to pain.

We combine cutting edge technology, hands on methods, tailored rehab programs and stress management. This enables us to manage everything from fresh ankle sprains; to the chronic pains associated with conditions like osteoarthritis, disc bulges and PTSD.

We provide transformative healthcare in a welcoming and friendly environment. For us, genuine care and authentic communication are not bonus features. They are healthcare fundamentals.

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Our team offers a wide range of treatments, helping you to achieve your recovery goals. 

Our 3 Step Treatment Process

Successful management and relief of stubborn pain can be surprisingly straight forward. Yet in other instances a systematic, focused, and persistent approach may be required to get your  pain under control. 

We specialise in providing flexible ‘multidisciplinary’ pain relief – using a wide range of tools and techniques. This ensures we have the best possible chance to help everyone: from the most easy straightforward cases right through to the most treatment resistant forms of pain.

Step One

Find The Cause

Step Two

Hands On Pain Relief

Step Three

Rehabilitation And Prevention

Step One - Find the Cause

Getting to the bottom of your pain means finding out where exactly the pain is coming from – and exactly what is causing it.

Finding out why you have pain is essential if you want longer term relief from pain. Which is why we place great importance on this step.  We have a wide range of technologies and tests at our disposal, in order to identify the source of pain. If you need an X Ray or MRI to diagnose your pain we’ll organise a referral for the relevant imaging for you on the spot.

Step Two - Hands On Pain Relief

In most cases of pain, it’s necessary to work with a team who combine a variety of technologies and hands-on methods to ease your pain. So that’s exactly what we do.

Most people who require treatment for stubborn pain don’t respond particularly well to just being given home exercises. Much in the same way that most people with toothache don’t respond too well to just being sent home with some dental floss. When toothache is bad you need a filling, when pain is bad you need treatments and technologies that ease your pain.

If you have chronic pain you almost certainly need hands-on treatments with professionals who are trained to physically relieve pain. We use some of the most advanced pain technology available anywhere, combined with a wide range of skill-based manual techniques.

Step Three - Rehabilitation And Prevention

Successful prevention of pain in the longer term often requires more than just the right ‘treatments’. 

For many patients, pain treatments that bring some blessed relief are often just the start point. Core exercises, custom orthotics, glute strengthening, stress management, postural correction, lifestyle tweaks, workstation tweaks and even dietary tweaks are often necessary. Muscle weakness deep in the core is often the key issue.

Most cases of pain are either caused by something that we are doing wrong or something that the body needs help with like core strength or alignment. Making necessary adjustments to your lifestyle and the wellbeing of your body may be necessary for longer term success. Coaching for these important changes in those who wish to make them is a part of what we do.

Our Team

Zabad Michael

DPT (Doctor of Physiotherapy)

Kade Christensen

BHSc. EMT, CERT. ST (Sports Therapy & Paramedicine)

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Appointment Request Form

If you are in a lot of pain and need an urgent appointment please call us.

If you need a regular appointment just fill out the form below and we will be in touch. 

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Treatments and Technologies Physiotherapists Use for Golfers' Elbow

Golfers elbow varies widely in its presentation, so physiotherapy adapts with flexibility—practitioners explore a range of evidence-based approaches to pinpoint what best suits each patient’s unique pain profile. Whether overuse, scar tissue, or weakness fueling the discomfort, physiotherapy blends hands-on techniques with advanced tools to tackle root causes, not just mask symptoms. This tailored process ensures care stays practical—focusing on proven methods like tissue regeneration or strength rebuilding—offering patients effective and enduring relief, informed by clinical expertise rather than fleeting trends.

Low-energy laser therapy (660-905nm) targets golfers’ elbow pain and inflammation, a method physiotherapists use for its swift, healing benefits. Penetrating forearm tissues boosts cellular energy—ATP production—speeding repair in strained flexor tendons while calming swelling around the medial epicondyle. Physiotherapists note patients often feel relief within sessions—studies confirm it enhances tissue metabolism, aiding recovery without drugs. This non-invasive technique complements other therapies, offering a gentle yet potent way to ease discomfort and support tendon health, grounded in how light stimulates natural repair processes.

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy delivers soundwaves to break scar tissue and knots in golfers’ elbow tendons—a non-invasive physiotherapy tool with proven efficacy. It’s gentler here, adapted from kidney stone tech, stimulating blood flow and remodelling adhesions in the forearm flexors. Physiotherapists see it as a hastening repair in degenerative cases, but research backs its role in tendinopathy, unlike temporary fixes. Patients often report reduced pain fast—physiotherapy leverages this to restore tendon function, providing a safe, regenerative option that aligns with the body’s healing capacity for lasting elbow relief.

Actual forearm exercises strengthen flexor stabilisers—a physiotherapy cornerstone to resolve golfers’ elbow pain beyond basic stretches. After easing initial discomfort, physiotherapists design functional routines—like eccentric wrist curls—to rebuild muscle endurance around the medial epicondyle. These aren’t random—research shows they cut recurrence by fortifying tendons against strain. Patients regain grip strength safely—physiotherapy tailors intensity to avoid overload, offering a sustainable way to restore elbow function with evidence-based precision that outlasts rest-alone approaches.

Myofascial trigger point release targets sore forearm spots. Physiotherapists use this skilled method to effectively ease golfers’ elbow tension. These “knots” from strain radiate pain. Manual pressure boosts flow and relaxes flexors. Physiotherapists note brief intensity yields relief—patients feel looser grip ease, backed by clinical use. Paired with other physiotherapy techniques, it tackles muscle-driven pain, enhancing recovery with a hands-on approach that complements broader tendon care for lasting comfort.

Acupuncture and dry needling pierce pain sites for ~10 minutes to boost golfers’ elbow healing—a physiotherapy technique applied with care. Needles enhance circulation and relax tight flexors—physiotherapists see relief in 2-3 sessions for many, with studies showing reduced pain signals. Adjusted to tolerance, it supports other therapies—patients benefit from this low-risk method, accelerating tissue repair with precision rooted in clinical practice, easing elbow strain naturally.

The Graston Technique scrapes with tools to break golfers’ elbow scar tissue—physiotherapists remodel adhesions for relief with expertise. Targeting flexor tendon buildup—a key pain driver—restores flexibility—patients feel smoother motion, and studies suggest enhanced repair via blood flow. Physiotherapists refine this evolved Guasha method—paired with broader physiotherapy, it offers a practical, non-invasive way to tackle stubborn pain, supporting tendon recovery with hands-on skill.

Post-isometric stretches relax forearm muscles—a physiotherapy method leveraging reflexes to effectively reduce golfers’ elbow tension. After a gentle contraction, flexors loosen—physiotherapists guide this to ease strain around the elbow. Patients feel lasting relief—clinical practice shows it boosts flexibility without force. Paired with other physiotherapy tools, it supports recovery—offering a simple, evidence-informed way to calm muscles and sustain comfort with minimal effort.

Percussion massage uses devices to loosen golfers’ elbow tissues—a physiotherapy enhancer best paired with other techniques. Vibrations break flexor tension—physiotherapists note patients feel eased stiffness, improving flow. Rooted in massage traditions, it supports repair—studies suggest it aids recovery when combined with therapies like shockwave. Physiotherapy ensures this complements broader care—offering relief that builds on deeper fixes for optimal elbow health.

Vacuum cupping lifts forearm tissues to improve flow—a physiotherapy method that eases golfers’ elbow pain with suction. It stretches fascia—patients see blood-flow marks (not bruises), despite toxin myths—physiotherapists note reduced tension fast. Studies show it boosts circulation. Paired with other physiotherapy, it supports healing with a gentle, traditional approach refined for modern use, offering comfort grounded in tissue response.

Cryotherapy uses ice to curb golfers’ elbow pain and inflammation—a reliable physiotherapy preference for overheating. Cooling calms swollen flexors—physiotherapists see patients ease aches quickly, with research showing interrupted pain signals. Heat might soothe but risks swelling—physiotherapy opts for this safer method, often post-activity, ensuring steady relief that supports tendon recovery with practical, evidence-based care.

Our 5 Pain Treatment Fundamentals

Hands On Treatments

Physiotherapists use skilled techniques to ease golfers’ elbow pain swiftly and safely with precision.

Flexible Treatment Approach

Physiotherapy adapts to your unique golfer elbow needs effectively over time.

Get To The Bottom Of It

Physiotherapists thoroughly target root causes for lasting elbow relief.

Excellent Communication

Open dialogue ensures physiotherapy consistently aligns with your goals and concerns.

Assume Nothing 

Physiotherapy adjusts to your response—personalised care tailored to you always precisely.

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Wellington

3/23 Waring Taylor Street

Wairarapa

82 Main Street, Greytown

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Appointment Request Form

If you are in a lot of pain and need an urgent appointment please call us.

If you need a regular appointment just fill out the form below and we will be in touch. 

Call Us

04 385 6446

Text Us

027 608 8083