Val Jones Q&A webinar Elbow

Elbow pain management is covered through practical principles for trauma, postoperative care, stiffness, instability, and tendinopathy. Val Jones explains why the elbow is often underestimated despite its major role in daily function, and why even moderate motion loss can severely affect activities such as eating, reaching, and hand use. A strong focus is placed on early mobilization after injury or surgery. Prolonged immobilization is presented as harmful, while safe early movement, especially in the overhead position, is described as improving both stability and range of motion. The discussion also covers the use of cutaneous input such as tubigrip to enhance proprioception, and the value of hands-on guidance when appropriate. Another key theme is communication. Fear, low self-efficacy, and pain-related beliefs are highlighted as major predictors of poor recovery, sometimes more than the injury itself. Learners can also expect detailed clinical reasoning for tennis elbow, including grip strength testing, signs of central sensitization, loading strategies, and when to avoid overly irritating treatments. Throughout, the approach emphasizes individualized rehabilitation, functional exercise, adequate loading, and attention to the patient’s overall health, not just the elbow.