Best Massage Techniques for Golfer’s Elbow Relief

Because That Inner Elbow Pain Isn’t Going to Fix Itself

Golfer’s elbow — also known as medial epicondylitis — is that stubborn, aching pain on the inside of your elbow that shows up every time you grip, twist, or lift something.

And no, you don’t need to play golf to get it.

Most of the clients who come into Andrea’s Touch with golfer’s elbow are gym goers, office workers, tradespeople, or anyone who overuses their wrist and forearm without enough recovery.

So let’s break it down:

What actually works to relief Golfer's Elbow — and what doesn’t?

First: Why Massage Works

The problem isn’t just in the elbow — it’s in the tendons and forearm muscles that attach there.

Repetitive strain causes microtears and inflammation in the tendon.

Massage helps by:

• Breaking up adhesions

• Releasing overused muscle tissue

• Improving blood flow for healing

• Reducing pressure on the tendon so it can finally calm down

But not all massage is the same. You need to target the right spots — and do it properly.

The Best Massage Techniques for Golfer’s Elbow Relief

At Andrea’s Touch, these are the go-to techniques we use to get real results:

1. Cross-Fiber Friction

A slow, precise technique applied directly to the tendon.

This helps realign scar tissue, reduce inflammation, and increase healing.

It’s not always comfortable — but it works.

2. Trigger Point Therapy

We find the knots and tension hiding in your forearm flexors and deeper muscle layers, then apply sustained pressure until they release.

This often brings instant relief and improves grip strength.

3. Deep Tissue Work on Wrist and Hand Muscles

Yes — your wrist and hand are involved too. Tightness there adds more stress to the elbow.

We work along the chain to make sure nothing’s being left behind.

4. Myofascial Release

This loosens up the fascial layers around your forearm and elbow — reducing stiffness and giving your arm more freedom to move without strain.

5. Forearm Stripping

A slow glide along the muscle belly of the forearm, using deep pressure to flush out tension, break up congestion, and encourage circulation.

Bonus: What You Can Do Between Sessions

• Rest the grip — reduce strain where you can

• Stretch your wrist flexors gently (don’t overdo it)

• Ice after aggravating activity

• Strengthen with eccentric wrist curls once pain improves

Final Thought

Golfer’s elbow doesn’t go away with rest alone.

You need to treat the tissue, fix the tension, and give your arm the chance to actually recover.

That’s exactly what we do at Andrea’s Touch — hands-on, targeted work that gets straight to the problem.

, and let’s start fixing it properly.