Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a painful condition of the outer elbow caused by overuse and degeneration of the forearm extensor tendons at their attachment to the lateral epicondyle.
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Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a painful condition of the outer elbow caused by overuse and degeneration of the forearm extensor tendons at their attachment to the lateral epicondyle. Despite the name, it is most common in non-athletes who perform repetitive gripping and wrist extension — such as tradespeople, office workers, and musicians. It typically responds well to conservative treatment over 6–12 months.
What it feels like
Pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow
Pain radiating into the forearm and sometimes the wrist
Weak grip strength
Pain worsened by gripping, wringing, lifting, or using a computer mouse
Morning stiffness in the elbow
When to get help
See a doctor if elbow pain is severe, accompanied by significant swelling or warmth (suggesting olecranon bursitis or joint infection), or fails to improve after 3 months of appropriate conservative management.
What it feels like
Pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow
Pain radiating into the forearm and sometimes the wrist
Weak grip strength
Pain worsened by gripping, wringing, lifting, or using a computer mouse
Morning stiffness in the elbow
When to get help
See a doctor if elbow pain is severe, accompanied by significant swelling or warmth (suggesting olecranon bursitis or joint infection), or fails to improve after 3 months of appropriate conservative management.
WikiRemedy surfaces community experience, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Natural · Limited
Progressive Loading and Wrist Extensor Strengthening
Lifestyle · Strong
Forearm Counterforce Brace
Therapy · Moderate
Physiotherapy
Therapy · Strong
Topical Diclofenac
Pharma · Moderate
Ergonomic Modification
Lifestyle · Moderate
Turmeric / Curcumin
Natural · Limited
Corticosteroid Injection
Pharma · Moderate
Dry Needling
Alternative · Moderate
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Alternative · Limited
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Research
Limited
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Progressive Loading and Wrist Extensor Strengthening
Research
Strong
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Forearm Counterforce Brace
Research
Moderate
Community
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Physiotherapy
Research
Strong
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Topical Diclofenac
Research
Moderate
Community
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Ergonomic Modification
Research
Moderate
Community
No ratings yet
Turmeric / Curcumin
Research
Limited
Community
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Corticosteroid Injection
Research
Moderate
Community
No ratings yet
Dry Needling
Research
Moderate
Community
No ratings yet
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Research
Limited
Community
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WikiRemedy surfaces community experience, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional.