Tennis elbow

Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow): Pain Beyond the Court

If you're experiencing pain or tenderness on the outer part of your elbowespecially when moving your arm or doing activities such as playing badminton, tennis, sweeping, cooking, or liftingyour body may be signaling a case of Tennis Elbow.

Tennis Elbow, or Lateral Epicondylitis, is caused by injury to the tendons and muscles of the forearm that attach to the outer part of the elbow. It results from repetitive overuse of the forearm muscles and tendons, leading to pain, swelling, and discomfortespecially during movements like elbow rotation, wrist extension, arm twisting, or lifting heavy objects. This condition is common among tennis and badminton players, but also occurs in chefs, housekeepers, manual workers, and even childcare providers.

What to Do When Symptoms Arise?

The first step is to identify the activity that causes pain or discomfort and stop doing it. Apply a cold compress to reduce inflammation. If symptoms persist, its best to see a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Gaikotas Physical Therapy Approach for Tennis Elbow

At Gaikota, treatment is tailored to each individual. Doctors assess symptom severity and choose appropriate physical therapy tools accordingly. The sooner the condition is treated, the faster and more effective the recoveryespecially if caught before it becomes chronic.

Key Physical Therapy Treatments

• Shock Wave Therapy
  Stimulates tissue repair and regeneration, reduces pain, and activates the bodys natural healing process.
  
• High Power Laser Therapy
  Alleviates pain, swelling, and inflammation, while accelerating healing and tissue recovery at the site of injury.
  
• Ultrasound Therapy
  Relieves pain, reduces muscle tension, and supports tendon healing.

Integrative & Natural Regenerative Options

In addition to physical therapy, Gaikota offers holistic regenerative treatments, including:

• Prolotherapy
  Involves injecting glucose into the affected area to create mild inflammation, triggering the bodys natural healing response.
  
• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
  Uses a small sample of the patients blood, processed to concentrate growth factorrich platelets, which are then injected into the injured area to stimulate repair and new tissue growth.
  
• Nucleic Acid Peptide Injections
  Restore and support damaged cells, aiding cellular recovery and function.
  
• Cell Therapy
  Delivers healthy regenerative cells (or components) to the injury site, prompting new cell growth and tissue healing.

Tennis Elbow Isnt Just for Tennis Players

As seen above, Tennis Elbow affects more than just athletes. Everyone should be mindful of proper arm and wrist posture, stretch before use, and practice regular muscle and tendon flexibility exercises to prevent overuse injuries.

With early care, the right therapy, and attention to ergonomics, Tennis Elbow can be treated effectively, allowing you to return to your daily routine pain-free.

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