Your Guide to Recovery Through Physiotherapy 🎾*

​If you’ve been dealing with persistent pain on the outside of your elbow, you might have Tennis Elbow or lateral epicondylitis. It happens to anyone who performs repeated gripping, wrist turning or forearm motions.

Common causes include:

​Repetitive activities: Painting, plumbing, carpentry, or even excessive computer mouse use.
​Sports: Racquet sports (tennis, squash) or throwing sports.
​Poor technique or equipment: Using a tennis racket that’s too heavy or improperly gripped.

The Power of Physiotherapy in Recovery

​Physiotherapy is crucial for not only reducing your pain but also addressing the underlying causes to prevent recurrence. Physio treatment will focus on the following.

1. Pain Management:

Rest and Activity Modification: Identifying and modifying the activities that aggravate your pain is the first step. You may need to temporarily avoid heavy lifting or repetitive actions.

Ice or Heat: Applying ice can help reduce inflammation, while heat might be used to relax muscles. Your therapist will advise on the best protocol.

Manual Therapy: Techniques like soft tissue release and joint mobilizations can help relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and reduce stiffness in the elbow, wrist, and neck.

Taping/Bracing: A therapist may recommend a specialized brace or tape to support the forearm muscles.

2. Restoring Strength and Flexibility
Stretching your forearm muscles
Isometric exercises
Eccentric exercises
Grip strength training

3. Functional Return and Prevention

Technique Correction: For athletes or individuals with work-related causes, your therapist will analyze your technique (e.g., grip, swing) and recommend modifications to reduce strain.

Ergonomic Advice: If the issue is work-related, you’ll receive advice on modifying your workspace and posture.

Maintenance Program: You’ll be given a set of home exercises to continue long after your in-clinic sessions end, ensuring lasting relief and strength

Don’t Wait to Seek Help!

​Ignoring Tennis Elbow can lead to chronic pain and a longer recovery time. If you suspect you have lateral epicondylitis, consulting a physiotherapist is the best course of action. They’ll provide an accurate diagnosis, a clear treatment roadmap, and the expert guidance you need to make a full, strong recovery. Take the first step toward a pain-free elbow today!