Tennis elbow is a painful condition that is caused by overuse of the elbow. This condition received its name due to its commonality among those who play tennis and racquet sports.
Tennis elbow is a painful condition that is caused by overuse of the elbow. This condition received its name due to its commonality among those who play tennis and racquet sports.
What is Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is an injury that occurs when tendons become overloaded, resulting in inflammation, degeneration, and possible tearing. It commonly affects tennis players who grip their racquets tightly, but anyone can develop this condition. Tennis elbow most commonly affects your dominant arm but may affect both arms.
Common symptoms of tennis elbow include:
- Pain when twisting or bending your arm.
- Burning or pain on the outer elbow which may travel to the wrist.
- A swollen elbow joint.
- Stiffness or pain when extending the arm.
- Weakened grip
Treatment Options
To diagnose tennis elbow, your doctor will perform a physical exam, and may also have you undergo other tests such as X-rays, imaging tests such as MRI or ultrasound, or electromyography (EMG).
Schedule a Consultation
To learn more about non-operative and surgical treatments for tennis elbow, please contact Neaman Hand Surgery for your personal consultation. We welcome hand surgery patients from the greater Portland, Salem, and Eugene, Oregon areas.
