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Wrist and elbow pain can sneak into your daily life, turning simple tasks into challenging hurdles. They may emerge independently or present together. From working to enjoying your favourite sport, discomfort in these areas can limit your range of motion and, ultimately, quality of life.
At MYo Lab, we understand how frustrating these pains can be, and our care plan is designed to identify and address the root cause, and help you find lasting relief. Whether it’s carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, arthritis, or general strain, our tailored treatments get to the bottom of it to restore your strength and flexibility.
Meet our team of skilled professionals who wake up every day with a commitment to make a difference in your journey to wellness. Our Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, and Physiotherapists work together to provide comprehensive care, ensuring that all aspects of your health and well-being are addressed.
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With MYo since October 8, 2021
“Top-notch in all areas. The crew at MYo Lab are super professional and friendly. Best of all their number one goal if you are injured is getting you back to your normal level of activity or better. I came to MYo Lab with a painful wrist injury where a bone was continually falling out of joint. After a couple of months the pain is gone and mobility has been returned. ”
Andrew H.
“Evan and team are attentive and deliberate in providing an outstanding client experience. The care I received for acute whiplash healed me from a condition that could have resulted in longterm chronic pain. I’ve been going here for a year and a half and have never had a disappointing experience.
If you have chronic pain, give MYo a try – they differ from most clinics by working closely together as a team. They will guide you to the forms of care (chiro, massage, physio, etc) that are most likely to help you”
Troy B.
“While my first visit was over a year ago for an acute injury, I’ve been receiving treatments for the past six months with Dr. Evan and massage with Zack for an overuse and general neglect neck and shoulder pain and discomfort. I can say that while I’ve experienced many chiropractic, physiotherapy and massage therapy professionals over the years, MYo Lab are right up there with the best. They take the time to narrow in on the problem, and work as a true team to relieve it. Yes, there is work one must do on one’s own, but these guys are patient, professional and truly want patients to recover to their best self. Thankful to MYo Lab for their great work helping me back to where I want and need to be! ”
Mark G.
It’s true; pain is a way for your body to communicate if something’s wrong. But what could it be? Here are the most common causes of elbow and wrist pain we see at our clinic:
1. Overuse and Repetitive Motions: Activities such as typing, lifting, or sports like tennis and golf can lead to conditions like tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow).
2. Injuries and Trauma: Accidents such as falls, fractures, or sprains can damage the bones, ligaments, or tendons, causing acute or chronic pain.
3. Arthritis: Both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis may cause inflammation, stiffness, and pain in the wrist or elbow joints over time.
4. Nerve Compression: Conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome occur when nerves in the wrist or elbow are compressed, leading to numbness, tingling, or sharp pain.
5. Tendonitis/Tendinosis: Tendonitis, or tendinosis in the wrist or elbow is common when tendons become inflamed from repetitive use or sudden strain.
6. Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa (these are small fluid-filled sacs that cushion the joints) can lead to pain and swelling, especially in the elbow.
7. Underlying Health Conditions: Diseases such as diabetes, gout, or lupus can increase your risk of developing wrist and elbow pain due to inflammation or joint damage.
8. Sports-Related Stress: Athletes involved in high-impact or repetitive movements, such as baseball pitchers or weightlifters, often develop joint strain or ligament injuries.
We take a holistic, non-invasive approach to managing wrist and elbow pain by addressing the underlying issues within the musculoskeletal system. This means we don’t just focus on alleviating symptoms; we aim to uncover and treat the root causes of your discomfort. By considering how your bones, muscles, joints, and nerves work together, we can create a personalized treatment plan designed to restore function, reduce pain, and improve your overall well-being.
Gentle adjustments and joint mobilization are key Cchiropractic techniques for treating wrist and elbow pain. Misalignments in the wrist, elbow, or even the spine can place undue pressure on nerves, so you experience pain and inflammation. We use targeted adjustments to improve joint alignment, alleviate nerve compression, and restore proper motion. The idea is not only to reduce pain but also to enhance the body’s natural healing processes.
Massage plays an important role in managing elbow and wrist pain when your symptoms are driven by muscle tension, tendon overload, or repetitive strain. Targeted massage techniques help reduce stress on the tendons and joints by improving tissue health in the forearm, wrist, and surrounding musculature. Here’s how Massage Therapy can help:
LLLT or Cold Laser Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that helps with elbow and wrist pain by using targeted light energy to promote healing at the cellular level. It reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and stimulates tissue repair, which can alleviate pain and speed up recovery for conditions like tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and repetitive strain injuries.
Additionally, we often prescribe exercises designed to strengthen and stretch the affected areas. These exercises improve mobility, prevent re-injury, and promote long-term joint health.
To prevent future issues, we also provide ergonomic advice tailored to your lifestyle. Whether you’re an office worker dealing with repetitive strain from typing or an athlete recovering from a sports-related injury, small changes to your workspace setup or technique can make a significant difference. By addressing both the symptoms and the underlying causes of wrist and elbow pain, chiropractic care provides a well-rounded approach to healing and prevention.
MYo Lab Health & Wellness is located at 227 10 St NW, Suite 300, Calgary, Alberta. It’s a short 5-minute walk from the Sunnyside C-Train station.
Parking: We offer 5 complimentary parking spots out back (spots 209, 213, 214, 215, 216). There are also several 2-hour paid parking spots on the streets around us. Additionally, there are two parking lots across the street from our building, one outdoor parking lot and one underground parking lot.
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Elbow and wrist pain can stem from various causes, including repetitive strain injuries, trauma, arthritis, tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or nerve compression. Sometimes, even poor ergonomics at work—like improper desk setups or repetitive motions—can lead to discomfort in these areas. The underlying issue could be physical stress on the joints, muscles, or nerves, which requires proper assessment to determine the root cause.
Here’s a way to improve flexibility and mobility in your hands:
Symptoms of elbow and wrist pain often include pain, swelling, stiffness, numbness, tingling, and a reduced range of motion. You might also notice difficulty performing everyday activities, like gripping, typing, or lifting. Interestingly, what happens in your elbow and wrist can directly impact your fingers, causing them to feel weak or stiff as well.
In some cases, massage therapy alone may provide relief if the pain is primarily muscular or related to overuse. However, if joint mechanics, nerve irritation, or movement patterns are contributing to the issue, Massage Therapy is often most effective when combined with Chiropractic care or Physiotherapy.
We’ll assess the underlying cause of your pain and recommend the most appropriate combination of treatments to support recovery and prevent recurrence.
Absolutely! We focus on addressing musculoskeletal issues, including those affecting the elbow and wrist. We use targeted techniques to improve joint function, relieve inflammation, and promote healing. By addressing the root cause of your pain, chiropractic care can be a highly effective, non-invasive treatment option.
The techniques we employ may include joint adjustments, soft tissue manipulation, therapeutic exercises, and ergonomic advice. It all comes down to the diagnosis. We’ll determine the best combination of treatments based on your unique case. The goal is to address the issue causing the pain, as well as anything underlying that created the perfect environment for pain.
The number of sessions varies depending on the severity of the condition, your response to treatment, and the underlying cause of the pain. That being said, if we were to provide an estimation, we’ve noticed most of our patients who are dealing with acute pain find relief with 2–3 sessions. However, for patients with chronic wrist or elbow pain, their response is slower, and they may expect to see improvement in mobility and reduction in pain in about 4–6 sessions.
However, pain is not the only factor involved in creating a care plan. Once you start to feel better, it’s important to continue the plan set by your provider, as the second phase of care is often focused on correcting the underlying issues that led to the pain in the first place.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common nerve entrapment disorder where the median nerve is compressed at the wrist, leading to pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand.
The difference is usually in the pattern of numbness and weakness. If the nerve compression occurs only at the carpal tunnel, that will have specific effects on the median nerve distribution. However, if there is nerve compression “up the chain”, at the elbow, shoulder, or neck, then the areas affected by the compression will be more widespread.
You can research the specific patterns of symptoms if you want. But the better option is to seek out an assessment & diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider. They can perform specific tests for various nerves, and also assess common sites of nerve entrapment to determine which site is the source of your symptoms. From there, they can recommend a treatment plan that will address your issues.
Joints often make noise when they move. A joint that isn’t moving well—due to overuse or muscle injury—may click or pop more often, and there may be pain or discomfort associated with the popping. If there is pain, either before the click/pop, or after, it’s important to have the area assessed and diagnosed.
Tennis and golfer’s elbow refers to lateral & medial epicondylitis, respectively. It’s an overuse injury that occurs when the load placed on the body exceeds the muscle and tendon’s capacity to handle that load, resulting in inflammation. It can be caused by sports, like tennis and golf, but is also common in individuals who work with their hands (think electricians, nurses, carpenters). It can lead to tendinopathy if not properly addressed, so if you’re noticing lingering pain in the elbow after activity or work, it’s important to see your healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.
If you’re in Calgary and dealing with the discomfort from elbow and wrist pain, you can book an appointment with one of our Chiropractors or Registered Massage Therapists.
Alternatively, you can call us at (403)930-8686. We’re currently accepting new patients.
