Tennis Elbow Specialist Singapore
MBBS (SINGAPORE) MMED (ORTHO) FRCS ED (ORTH)
Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis is the inflammation and swelling of tendon tissues (tendonitis) that attach the muscles on the back of the forearm to the elbow, at the end of the outer aspect of the elbow. It is vital to understand your symptoms and seek medical treatment as soon as possible, as early diagnosis and management can reduce the complications of tennis elbow.
What Is Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis is the inflammation and swelling of tendon tissues (tendonitis) that attach the muscles on the back of the forearm to the elbow, at the end of the outer aspect of the elbow.
What Causes Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow is primarily caused by overuse of the forearm muscles. This may place excessive stress on the muscles, resulting in microscopic tears in the tendon tissue that attach the forearm muscles to the outside of your elbow.
What Are the Symptoms of Tennis Elbow?
Common symptoms of tennis elbow include:
How Is Tennis Elbow Diagnosed?
The initial diagnosis of tennis elbow may consist of a review of your medical and exercise history, as well as a physical examination to check for pain or tenderness.
Further imaging tests such as an X-ray or MRI scan may be required to eliminate other possible injuries.
How Is Tennis Elbow Treated?
Common treatment methods include:
- Rest. Avoiding excessive arm movements can allow the elbow joints to heal and prevent further damage.
- Ice compression
- Taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and pain relievers can help to alleviate inflammation and swelling
- Physical therapy
- Corticosteroid injections
- Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT)
If non-surgical treatment options fail to alleviate pain, surgery may be recommended to remove the damaged tissues. In cases where there is a tear of the tendon, the tear can also be repaired, eliminating pain and restoring strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is tennis elbow serious? When should I visit a doctor?
How to prevent tennis elbow?
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