Tennis Elbow Treatment

What is Tennis Elbow? (टेनिस एल्बो)

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is inflammation or micro-tearing of the tendons on the outer elbow, usually from repetitive gripping, lifting, or wrist-extension movements.

Common Causes

• Repetitive computer/mouse use
• Manual labour with repeated gripping
• Racquet sports (though not exclusive to tennis)
• Sudden increase in repetitive activity

Symptoms to Watch For

• Pain on the outer elbow, worse with gripping
• Weak grip strength
• Pain radiating into the forearm
• Tenderness when pressing the outer elbow

How We Diagnose It

Resisted wrist extension and grip tests, along with a detailed activity history, confirm tendon involvement and guide treatment intensity.

Our Treatment Approach

Depending on severity, treatment for tennis elbow typically draws on:

Expected Recovery Timeline

Mild cases improve within 3–4 weeks; chronic tennis elbow may need 6–10 weeks of progressive loading exercises for full tendon recovery.

Self-Care Tips

• Reduce repetitive gripping activities temporarily
• Use an elbow strap during aggravating activities
• Ice the area after activity
• Follow a progressive forearm-strengthening programme

These are general self-care suggestions and are not a substitute for a personalised assessment. Please consult us before starting any new exercise if your symptoms are severe.

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