What is Tennis Elbow?
Tennis Elbow is a painful condition that typically comes from overexertion of the arm. Also called “Lateral Elbow Pain”, Tennis Elbow, like many other hand and arm conditions, can develop after repetitive wrist and arm motion. As the name suggests, many people who are avid racquet-sport players can develop this problem, but it shows up most commonly in patients whose profession requires them to perform certain motions for long periods of time: plumbers, painters, carpenters, butchers and mechanics are all at increased risk for this condition. If left unchecked, the damage to your elbow can increase and potentially cause considerable pain, so it’s always best to consult a medical professional if you suspect that you are developing a case of tennis elbow.With overuse, tiny tears in the elbow tendons can develop, which can cause the patient pain and can turn into fully-formed tennis elbow. This pain can be focused in the outside of the elbow or can even radiate through the forearm and into the hand.
When is Tennis Elbow Surgery Necessary?
Unfortunately, not every case of tennis elbow can be treated without surgery. Tennis Elbow can become so advanced that it causes the patient extreme pain and needs to be relieved by surgically removing damaged muscle, and reconnecting healthy tissue to the bone. Patients who experience the following symptoms might be good candidates for tennis elbow surgery: Persistent elbow pain despite conservative therapy, Anti-inflammatory or Corticosteroid shots fail to provide long-term pain relief, Elbow pain prevents you from completing daily tasks
Tennis Elbow Relief at RENOVA Hand Center
At Renova, patients receives a personal consultation with an experienced physician who will walk them through conservative pain management to lessen or reverse the effects of Tennis Elbow. Diagnostic examinations can help our doctors determine the severity of your case, develop a strong treatment program, and determine if surgery is the right option for you. Our skilled team of physicians and surgeons are eager to help offer you relief from tennis elbow, and a quick return to your regular routine.Our team of hand care experts look forward to help you get back to life. Give us a call at to make an appointment with one of our doctors today.