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      • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
      • Labral Tear
      • Patellar Tendonitis
      • Tennis Elbow
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  • Golf
    • Herniated Disc
    • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Rotator Cuff Tendinitis
    • Golfer's Elbow
  • Cross Country
    • Achilles Tendinopathy
    • Shin Splints
    • Plantar Fasciitis
    • Runner's Knee
    • Iliotibial Band Syndrome
  • Tennis
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Labral Tear
    • Patellar Tendonitis
    • Tennis Elbow

Tennis Elbow

What is tennis elbow?

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition which causes inflammation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow. Pain occurs where the tendons of the forearm insert onto the bony bump (lateral epicondyle) of the elbow. Tennis elbow is most commonly an overuse injury that's seen with repetitive backhand swings. 

Symptoms

  • Pain that may travel from the outside of the elbow to the forearm and wrist 
  • Weakness with shaking hands, gripping an object, turning a doorknob, or holding a cup 

When to see a doctor

Consider seeing a doctor if rest, ice, and pain relievers do not ease the pain.

Prevention

  • Use proper form when swinging, especially when performing the backhand stroke
  • Ensure that your racket is not too tightly strung and that it is the proper size and weight for you
  • Ensure that you hit the ball at the center of the racket
  • Stop activity immediately if it produces symptoms
  • Strengthening and stretching exercises
  • Wrist extension stretch 
  • Isometric wrist extension 
  • Sock/ball squeezes
  • Resisted wrist turns
  • Towel twists

Treatment

  • Rest
  • Ice packs
  • Compression bandage around the elbow 

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