What is lateral epicondylitis?

Swelling of the tendons of the extensor forearm muscle group. These tendons are bands of tough tissue that connect the muscles of your lower arm to the bone close to the elbow. Despite its name, you can still get tennis elbow even if you have never played tennis in your life.

How can Chiropractic help?

As your Beverly Hills CA chiropractor explains, the first issue that must be addressed is how the injury happened. Many patients of mine who have tennis elbow, do not even play tennis. Most of the time, these patients are over using their hands during manual labor, or using their hands excessively in their jobs. [tenniselbow]

Treatment is aimed to:

Decrease inflammation
Decrease pain
Increase range of motion

Including:

Adjusting the full kinetic chain
Breaking down muscle adhesion and spasms in the forearm
Proper ergonomic training
Kinesiology taping
Muscular strengthening of the forearm

Common Signs of Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow often starts gradually. You may notice tenderness on the outside of the elbow, weakness when gripping, or discomfort when lifting, carrying, turning a doorknob, or using tools. Repeated wrist and forearm movements can make these symptoms more noticeable over time.

An evaluation can help determine which movements are placing the most stress on the elbow and whether nearby joints or muscles are contributing to the problem. The shoulder, wrist, and upper back may also be checked because they can affect how the arm moves during work, exercise, or daily tasks.

Early attention can make it easier to adjust the activities that are irritating the area. Small changes to lifting technique, workstation setup, grip, or training habits may reduce repeated strain while the elbow is recovering. If discomfort continues, affects your grip, or limits normal activities, schedule an appointment so the problem can be assessed and a care plan can be based on your specific findings during your visit.