Tennis Elbow
Expert care for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), a common overuse injury that causes pain and weakness in the elbow and forearm.
What Is Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow, or Lateral Epicondylitis, doesn’t just affect tennis players. It’s the most common cause of elbow pain. The condition results from the breakdown of the forearm muscles and tendons where they attach at the lateral elbow.
Symptoms of Tennis Elbow:
Pain or burning on the outside of the elbow
Weak grip strength
Pain that worsens with activity, especially lifting or twisting
Discomfort that radiates down the forearm
What Causes Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow is usually the result of small tears in the tendons that attach to the lateral epicondyle (outer elbow). It can develop from repetitive activities like racquet sports, painting, typing, carpentry, or even frequent lifting.
How We Treat Tennis Elbow:
At Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin, we offer both conservative and advanced treatments, including:
Rest and activity modification
Physical therapy and strengthening exercises
Anti-inflammatory medications
Tenex® procedure offers a minimally invasive solution
Surgical treatment in persistent or severe cases
OUR ELBOW SPECIALISTS
DEREK DAMROW, MD
Specialties:
Shoulder, Elbow, Joint Replacement (Shoulder)
Jon M. Englund, MD
Specialties:
Sports Medicine, Knee, Hip, Shoulder, Spine, Foot & Ankle, Elbow, Hand & Wrist
David B. Merkow, MD
Specialties:
Hand, Wrist, and Elbow; General Orthopaedic Trauma
Rick F. Papandrea, MD
Specialties:
Shoulder, Elbow, & Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement (Shoulder & Elbow)
Ready to Take the Next Step Toward Relief?
If tennis elbow is interfering with your daily life, we’re here to help. Schedule your appointment today and take the first step toward recovery.
