“Can tennis elbow be fixed?”
I have a tennis elbow. Can tennis elbow be fixed?
7 Answers
Yes. It can be corrected but the cause must be found and corrected, too.
Yes, it's just an inflammation of the tendon.
Yes, tennis elbow can 100% be fixed. Tennis elbow is a common case of tendinitis of the wrist extensor group that attaches to the outside elbow. However, it can take a long time to heal due to the nature of the injury. Tendinitis is caused by an overuse of that muscle group and tendon attachment, commonly through repetitive motions overtime. And since the tendon has very minimal blood supply, it will take longer to heal through various therapies and adjustments.
Absolutely. Tennis Elbow is lateral epicondylitis or inflammation of the epicondyle where the wrist extensor muscles originate. Repeated wrist extension and/or gripping the hand can cause this condition. Reducing the inflammation in the area with ice and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen is suggested initially. Using a tennis elbow brace can be helpful as well. if symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks, you should consult a physician such as a Chiropractor, a sports medicine specialist or an orthopedic specialist. Different therapies are effective at healing this condition. I wish you well. Dr. Eric Miller- Orland Park, IL
Yes, I fix tennis elbow all the time
I do see a lot of Tennis Elbow in my office and most get well. Find a chiropractor that also does soft tissue work. Airrosti practioners are really good with these issues.
Oh lateral epicondylitis!! Yeah, typically....
