Overview
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) are tendon overload injuries — common in office workers, tradespeople and parents who lift children. Most cases respond well to non-surgical care.
Symptoms to Watch For
- Pain on the outer (tennis) or inner (golfer's) elbow
- Pain on gripping, lifting, opening jars
- Tenderness over the bony prominence
- Weakness of grip strength
- Pain radiating down the forearm
Causes & Risk Factors
- ▸Repetitive wrist & forearm use
- ▸Office work, manual labour, racquet sports
- ▸Sudden increase in lifting or training
- ▸Age-related tendon degeneration (40s–50s)
Treatment Options
Activity Modification & Bracing
Counter-force brace and rest from aggravating tasks.
Corticosteroid Injection
Quick relief for stubborn pain limiting daily life.
PRP Injection
Regenerative option for chronic, recurrent cases.
Rehabilitation Exercises
Eccentric strengthening to restore tendon health.