Are you a tennis enthusiast whose passion for the sport has resulted in the painful condition known as tennis elbow? Or have you developed this nagging injury due to other activities that strain your forearm muscles?
No matter the cause, Wimbledon Clinic Physio is here to serve as your partner in recovery. Our dedicated team of professionals specialises in treating tennis elbow and lateral epicondylitis with various traditional and advanced therapies, including Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) and ultrasound treatment.
Understanding Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tennis elbow is a typically overuse injury that affects the outer part of the elbow. Despite its name, you don't have to be a tennis player to develop this condition. Activities that involve repetitive gripping and wrist movements lead to the development of tennis elbow.
Symptoms of tennis elbow include pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow joint, which can radiate down the forearm. In severe cases, the pain may interfere with day-to-day activities and reduce your quality of life.
Traditional Therapies for Tennis Elbow
At Wimbledon Clinic Physio, we offer a comprehensive range of traditional therapies to help you recover from tennis elbow:
- Rest and Activity Modification: The first step in treatment is often to give your affected arm some much-needed rest. We'll work with you to modify your activities to avoid exacerbating the condition.
- Physical Therapy: Our experienced physiotherapists will design a tailored exercise program to strengthen the forearm muscles and improve flexibility. Physical Therapy can help alleviate pain and, importantly, avert future flare-ups by building stability so the wrist doesn't flop into bad positions during activities.
- Bracing and Splinting: In some cases, wearing a brace or splint can support and relieve strain on the tendons.
Pain Management: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other pain relief methods may be recommended to manage discomfort during healing.
Advanced Therapies for Tennis Elbow
In addition to traditional treatments, Wimbledon Clinic Physio is proud to offer advanced therapies, including Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) and ultrasound treatment:
- Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): This innovative treatment fills the gap where traditional treatments fail. Sound wave therapy can super-stimulate recovery in chronic cases (more than eight weeks of pain) of epicondylitis.
There are two types.
- Radial ESWT: This Therapy involves using high-energy shockwaves (acoustic waves) delivered in a radial pattern to the affected area. Radial ESWT can stimulate blood flow, accelerate tissue healing, and reduce pain.
- Pros: No downtime, Drug-free, works in 65% of chronic cases, cheaper than focused shock wave therapy.
- Cons: Bit uncomfortable
- Focused ESWT: Focused ESWT delivers shockwaves precisely to the injured tissue, promoting healing and reducing inflammation. It is highly effective for chronic tennis elbow cases. The Wimbledon clinic specialises in this shock wave treatment and has invested heavily in Focused Shock Wave Therapy for more comfort and added effectiveness.
- Pros: No downtime, Drug-free, works in 75% of chronic cases, more comfortable, often known as a painless shock wave.
- Cons: 20% higher investment cost for treatment over radial type
- Ultrasound Treatment:
- Ultrasound therapy utilises high-frequency sound waves to promote tissue healing and reduce inflammation by selectively targeting the tendon tissue. Ultrasound therapy can increase blood flow to the affected area, relieving pain and accelerating healing.
Why Choose Wimbledon Clinic Physio for Tennis Elbow Treatment?
We provide the most comprehensive and effective tennis elbow treatment options at Wimbledon Clinic Physio. Our team of skilled professionals will assess your condition and create a personalised treatment plan to help you regain pain-free function in your elbow.
Don't let tennis elbow keep you off the court or disrupt your daily activities any longer. Contact us today at Wimbledon Clinic Physio to schedule your epicondylitis appointment & take the first step towards a pain-free future. Our experienced therapists are here to support you every step in your journey to recovery.
