Tennis Elbow Specialists in Naraina Village, Delhi

What is Tennis Elbow?

Tennis Elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition caused by overuse and repetitive strain of the tendons that attach the forearm muscles to the bony bump on the outside of the elbow. Despite its name, it commonly affects people who perform repetitive gripping or wrist-extending motions in activities beyond tennis, including manual labor, painting, and computer use. The condition develops gradually from repeated microtrauma to the tendon, leading to small tears and degenerative changes rather than acute inflammation. Pain typically worsens with continued use of the affected arm and can significantly limit grip strength.

Causes of Tennis Elbow

Results from repetitive strain and overuse of the forearm muscles and tendons that attach at the outer elbow, commonly from activities involving repetitive wrist extension or gripping motions. Risk factors include occupations or sports requiring repetitive arm motion, improper technique in racquet sports, and age between 30 and 50.

Symptoms of Tennis Elbow

Pain and tenderness on the outer part of the elbow, pain that worsens with gripping or lifting, weakened grip strength, pain that radiates down the forearm, stiffness in the elbow, discomfort with simple activities like shaking hands or turning a doorknob

Treatment & Types of Tennis Elbow in Naraina Village, Delhi

Initial treatment focuses on rest, activity modification, and anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain, along with physical therapy exercises to strengthen and stretch the forearm muscles. A counterforce brace can help reduce strain on the tendon, and corticosteroid injections or, for persistent cases, minimally invasive procedures may be considered when conservative treatment fails.

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