Tennis Elbow is a type of tendinitis-inflammation of tendon which causes pain in elbow & arm.These tendons are band of tough tissue that connects the muscles of lower arm to the bone.
Repetitive gripping activities, especially if use the thumb and first two fingers, may cause to tennis elbow.This is the most reason that people see their doctor for elbow pain,& it's most common in the people who are above age of 40.
Most common reason to get Tennis Elbow is
1.Tennis
2.Racquetball
3.Squash
4.Fencing
5.Weigh Lifting
It effects also people with jobs or hobbies that requires repetitive arm movements or gripping such as
1.Carpentry
2.Typing
3.Painting
4.Raking
5.Knitting
What are the Symptoms of Tennis Elbow?
Tennis Elbow sufferer will experience pain while performing gripping activities or resisted wrist/finger extension.Pain may be exprerienced while muscle has been stretched.There will be tenderness directly over the bony epicondyle, and there may be trigger points in the wrist muscles.
The pain of tennis elbow can range from mild discomfort while using your elbow, to severe pain that can be felt when your elbow is still.Repetitive wrist movements, such as extending your wrist and gripping, can also make the pain worse.
An event of tennis elbow will most probably last between six months and two years. However, 90% of people will make a full recovery within a year.
Treatment
Tennis elbow often gets better on its own. But if over-the-counter pain medications and other self-care measures aren't helping, your doctor may suggest physical therapy. Severe cases of tennis elbow may require surgery.
Your doctor may recommend the following self-care measures:
Rest. Avoid activities that aggravate your elbow pain.
Pain relievers. Try over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) or naproxen (Aleve).
Ice or hot . Apply ice or a heat pack for 15 minutes three to four times a day.
Technique. Make sure that you are using proper technique for your activities and avoiding repetitive wrist motions.
Be prepared for your appointment
You're likely to first bring your problem to the attention of your family doctor. He or she may refer you to a sports medicine specialist or an orthopedic surgeon.