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Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide
Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide
Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Arm
Overview
Golfer’s elbow—medial epicondylitis—is pain on the inside of the elbow. It’s the opposite of tennis elbow (which is on the outside). It affects the tendons that attach the wrist flexor muscles to the bony bump on the inner elbow.
While less common than tennis elbow (about 10% as prevalent), golfer’s elbow can be just as painful and debilitating. It’s most common in athletes who do a lot of gripping or throwing—golfers, baseball players, bowlers—but also affects people with repetitive gripping tasks like using tools or carrying heavy items.