Symptoms & Common Causes
Symptoms include pain with gripping or lifting, tenderness around the elbow, stiffness, swelling or reduced strength. Tennis elbow commonly affects the outer elbow and golfer’s elbow the inner side, while injuries can affect ligaments, bones or the joint.
How We Diagnose the Problem
Clinical examination assesses tenderness, movement, strength and pain with resisted activity. X-rays may be used after injury or when joint and bone changes are suspected. Ultrasound or MRI can be considered for selected tendon, ligament or soft-tissue concerns.
Treatment Options
Treatment may include activity modification, physiotherapy, strengthening, ergonomic changes, medicines when appropriate, bracing or selected injections and pain-management procedures. Persistent structural problems may require further specialist assessment.
Recovery & When to Seek Help
Tendon-related elbow pain can take several weeks or months to settle, so gradual rehabilitation is important. Seek prompt care after significant trauma, deformity, severe swelling, loss of movement or persistent weakness or numbness.
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Detailed Assessment
We identify the likely pain source through history, examination and appropriate investigations.
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Targeted Treatment
Your care plan is matched to the diagnosis, severity, lifestyle and recovery goals.
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Recovery & Follow-up
We support progressive rehabilitation, activity guidance and follow-up when needed.
Why Choose Healio RegenX?
- Comprehensive diagnosis using appropriate imaging
- Evidence-based treatment options
- Personalised recovery and rehabilitation plans
- Experienced orthopaedic & pain specialists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tennis elbow and how is it treated?
Tennis elbow is inflammation of the tendons around the elbow, usually from repetitive strain. Treatment includes activity modification, targeted therapy and guided rehabilitation.
How long does tennis elbow take to heal?
With appropriate treatment, most cases improve over several weeks to a few months, though this varies by severity.