Tennis Elbow Treatment

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is pain on the outside of the elbow caused by overuse of forearm muscles. Despite its name, it's more common in office workers, mechanics, and homemakers than in tennis players. Repetitive gripping, typing, and twisting movements are typical triggers.

Mild cases improve in 4-6 weeks. Moderate to severe cases take 8-14 weeks. Chronic tennis elbow (present for 6+ months) may take 3-6 months. Progressive tendon loading exercises are the most effective treatment — far better than rest alone or cortisone injections.

A counterforce brace can reduce pain during activities by redistributing stress on the tendon. However, it treats the symptom, not the cause. We often recommend a brace for temporary relief while building tendon strength through specific exercises.

Some mild cases resolve with activity modification, but many cases worsen without proper treatment. Studies show that untreated tennis elbow can persist for 1-2 years. Physiotherapy with progressive loading exercises gives significantly faster and more lasting results.

Yes — but you may need to modify how you do tasks. We provide ergonomic advice for computer use, lifting techniques, and workplace modifications that reduce tendon stress while allowing you to continue working.

Sessions start from ₹500. Most cases improve significantly within 4–6 sessions; long-standing or complex cases may need more. We include ergonomic assessment and a home exercise program as part of treatment.