Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a painful and fustrating condition affecting the outer side of the elbow that is common in people who perform repetitive gripping or wrist extension activities. Despite its name, tennis elbow affects many people who have never picked up a raquet. At Physioform Cammeray, we provide evidence-based treatment to address the underlying tendon pathology and support lasting recovery.
Tennis elbow involves degeneration and micro-tearing of the extensor tendons that attach to the lateral epicondyle (the bony prominence on the outer elbow). It is an overuse injury driven by repetitive loading of the forearm extensor muscles and can become a persistent, frustrating condition without appropriate management.
- Repetitive wrist and forearm movements in work or sport
- Manual occupations such as painting, carpentry or typing
- Racket sports with poor technique or equipment fit
- Sudden increases in activity involving gripping or lifting
- Muscle weakness or tightness in the forearm
- Pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow
- Pain that may radiate down the forearm
- Weakness with gripping, lifting or carrying
- Discomfort when shaking hands or turning a door handle
- Stiffness in the elbow first thing in the morning
- Night Pain
At Physioform, we will assess your elbow, wrist and forearm to identify the extent of the tendon involvement and any contributing factors. Treatment involves a carefully structured loading programme to promote tendon recovery, combined with precise activity modification and technique advice to prevent recurrence.
- Thorough elbow and upper limb assessment
- Soft tissue therapy to the forearm extensors
- Graduated tendon loading and strengthening programme
- Activity modification, particularly with gym exercises, and load management advice
- Technique review for sport or occupational tasks
- Supervised rehabilitation in the Norths Fitness gym
If you are experiencing symptoms or would like to discuss your condition with our physiotherapist, we would love to hear from you. Contact Physioform Cammeray today to book your initial assessment.