Tennis elbow , clinically known as lateral epicondylitis, refers to the pain experienced on the outer aspect of the elbow joint, often interfering with daily activities. This condition results from overuse of the elbow joint in specific repetitive motions, leading to an overload of the tendons attached to the bone. Consequently, the affected tendons become inflamed and may tear. Tennis elbow can affect anyone.
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Tennis elbow , clinically known as lateral epicondylitis, refers to the pain experienced on the outer aspect of the elbow joint, often interfering with daily activities. This condition results from overuse of the elbow joint in specific repetitive motions, leading to an overload of the tendons attached to the bone. Consequently, the affected tendons become inflamed and may tear. Tennis elbow can affect anyone.
Tennis elbow is most common among individuals aged 30 to 50 and can affect both men and women. It typically affects the dominant hand, which is the one most frequently used for work or activities. People who regularly engage in repetitive tasks that strain the forearms, wrists, or hands are more susceptible. This condition is prevalent among professional athletes, including tennis and baseball players, but is not limited to them. Other professions prone to tennis elbow include auto mechanics, chefs, carpenters, cleaners, plumbers, dentists, and musicians.
Tennis elbow is a painful inflammatory condition occurring on the outer part of the elbow, whereas golfer’s elbow, or medial epicondylitis, affects the inner side of the elbow. The latter is more commonly observed in golf players. Golfers with this condition experience pain radiating down the arm and may also have finger numbness and tingling. Interestingly, golfers can also develop tennis elbow, just as tennis players can develop golfer’s elbow.
Tennis elbow symptoms usually manifest gradually, with pain worsening over weeks and months. Individuals with tennis elbow may experience:
Tennis elbow can be diagnosed through a physical examination. An acutely painful point on the outer aspect of the elbow, intensifying with twisting and turning forearm movements, is diagnostically significant. Additional investigations may include X-rays to rule out other conditions, such as arthritis or fractures, and imaging methods like ultrasonography, MRI, or CT scans to assess tendon and muscle damage near the elbow joint.
Tennis elbow is a painful condition requiring prompt attention. While it may resolve spontaneously, full recovery may take up to 18 months. Delayed treatment can result in chronic elbow joint pain. Effective nonsurgical methods are available, including:
Around 95% of individuals with tennis elbow experience improvement through nonsurgical treatments and can resume their activities. It may take six to 12 months for symptoms to fully dissipate.
If symptoms persist after six to 12 months of nonsurgical treatment, surgery may be recommended. This surgical procedure, typically performed under brachial block or general anesthesia, involves open debridement of the tendon. The injured tendon and muscle are removed, and recovery may take four to six months.
A quick look at how tennis elbow presents — the affected tendons, common pain points and the area we target during treatment.
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