How is tennis elbow treated?
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Dr. Audrey Chun of The Mount Sinai Medical Center answered:Tennis elbow often recovers without treatment, but painkillers can relieve the ache, and applying ice packs and/or wearing a forearm brace also can help. In chronic cases, injections to the elbow may be indicated. In refractory and severe cases, surgery can cut the muscle and tendon away from the bone. Although drastic, this option is effective, and rehabilitation exercises can ensure that range of motion and strength are retained afterwards.Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulTennis elbow often recovers without treatment, but painkillers can relieve the ache, and applying ice packs and/or wearing a forearm brace also can help. In chronic cases, injections to the elbow may be indicated. In refractory and severe... More -
Tennis elbow is treated with the application of ice two to three times per day, anti-inflammatories, and decreasing the use of that arm. Some individuals benefit from wearing a support band around the upper forearm, which takes pressure off the muscles. If symptoms persist, a steroid injection along with physical therapy may be indicated. Rarely surgery may be warranted and should be carefully discussed with your physician.Tennis elbow is treated with the application of ice two to three times per day, anti-inflammatories, and decreasing the use of that arm. Some individuals benefit from wearing a support band around the upper forearm, which takes pressure off... More -
Dr. John Uribe of Baptist Health South Florida answered:Tennis elbow is the common name for pain in the outer elbow tendon. Activity is often restricted to encourage healing and prevent further injury. In some cases, elbow bands may be used to compress the forearm muscle to provide some pain relief, limiting the pull of the tendon on the bone.
There are a number of nonsurgical options to reduce inflammation, including ultrasound, massage and corticosteroid injections. If there is still no improvement, the doctor may perform either arthroscopic or open surgery to repair damage and relieve pressure.Tennis elbow is the common name for pain in the outer elbow tendon. Activity is often restricted to encourage healing and prevent further injury. In some cases, elbow bands may be used to compress the forearm muscle to provide some pain relief,... More
