Tennis Elbow
Effective treatment for tennis elbow pain. Restore grip strength and get back to doing what you love.
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) causes pain on the outside of the elbow, typically from overuse of forearm muscles. Despite its name, it affects many people who've never played tennis, anyone who performs repetitive gripping activities is at risk. Our evidence-based treatment reduces pain and rebuilds tendon strength for lasting relief.
How Can We Help Treat Tennis Elbow
Our tennis elbow treatment combines pain relief with progressive tendon loading exercises, which research shows is the most effective approach for lasting recovery.
What you can expect:
- Reduced pain within 2-4 weeks
- Improved grip strength
- Return to daily activities without pain
- Safe return to sports or work
- Prevention of recurrence
What Is Tennis Elbow?
Learn about Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) causes pain on the outside of the elbow, typically from overuse of forearm muscles. Despite its name, it affects many people who've never played tennis, anyone who performs repetitive gripping activities is at risk. Our evidence-based treatment reduces pain and rebuilds tendon strength for lasting relief.
What Are The Common Symptoms Of Tennis Elbow?
Tennis Elbow symptoms vary depending on the underlying issue but may include outer elbow pain, weak grip, pain with activities, tenderness and more. Pain on the outside of the elbow that may radiate down the forearm. Difficulty gripping objects or shaking hands. Pain when lifting, turning doorknobs, or holding a cup. At RED Physiotherapy, we carry out a full assessment to understand what structures are involved and how your symptoms are affecting everyday tasks.
What Are The Common Causes Of Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow can be caused by a range of conditions and mechanical issues. Common causes include:
- Repetitive Wrist Movements (repeated gripping, twisting, or lifting)
- Racket Sports (tennis, badminton, squash with poor technique)
- Manual Work (plumbing, painting, carpentry, typing)
- Sudden Increase in Activity (new hobby or increased workload)
- Poor Technique (incorrect form during sports or work)
- Age (most common between ages 30-50)
At our Milton Keynes, Northampton and Towcester clinics, we see a wide range of tennis elbow cases. Our goal is to diagnose the specific root cause of your pain and guide you through a treatment plan that brings long lasting relief.
