Shoulder & Arm
Tennis Elbow
Outer elbow pain from tendon overload — rarely caused by tennis.
About this condition
Lateral elbow tendinopathy is an overload condition of the tendons that extend the wrist. Grip is usually the most provocative activity.
Strengthening is the treatment with the strongest evidence, alongside temporarily reducing the aggravating load.
Common symptoms
- Pain on the outside of the elbow
- Pain with gripping
- lifting or twisting
- Weak grip strength
- Tenderness over the outer elbow
- Symptoms worse after work tasks
Frequent contributors
- Repetitive gripping or wrist work
- Sudden increases in manual activity
- Weak forearm and shoulder muscles
- Poor technique in racquet sports or DIY
How physiotherapy typically helps
Load management to settle irritability
Progressive wrist and grip strengthening
Shoulder and scapular strengthening
Technique and equipment advice
Gradual return to full activity
This page is general information. Information on this website is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual assessment, diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional.
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