Condition Pain Condition Benchmarked

Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)

Pain at the medial epicondyle from overuse of wrist flexors and forearm pronators. Assessment covers wrist flexor loading tolerance, forearm pronation, grip strength, and cervical radiculopathy screening to rule out referred pain.

6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
3
Risk Factors
4
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Cervical Flexion Extension
2 Cervical Lateral Flexion
3 Shoulder Internal Rotation
4 Thoracic Extension
5 Cervical Axial Rotation
6 Shoulder Flexion

Risk Factors Assessed

Cervical Flexion Extension
Shoulder Internal Rotation
Thoracic Extension

Expected Timeline

6-12 weeks for mild, 12-24 weeks for chronic tendinopathy, eccentric loading protocol 12+ weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

Can medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow) be corrected with exercise?
Typical improvement timeline is 6-12 weeks for mild, 12-24 weeks for chronic tendinopathy, eccentric loading protocol 12+ weeks. The protocol includes 3 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral.
What assessments are done for medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow)?
The protocol assesses Cervical Flexion Extension, Cervical Lateral Flexion, Shoulder Internal Rotation, Thoracic Extension. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow) the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Pain Condition
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
4
Timeline
6-12 weeks for mild, 12-24 weeks for chronic tendinopathy, eccentric loading protocol 12+ weeks
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