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Tennis Elbow Physiotherapy Treatment In Brampton
Tennis elbow is a common condition that causes pain and stiffness in the elbow. One might mistakenly assume this condition is caused by playing tennis or racquetball. While players could obtain this injury, other people who perform repetitive motions of the wrist and arm are also afflicted with tennis elbow. At Physiotherapy First, we provide targeted tennis elbow physiotherapy treatment in Brampton through safe, evidence-based and non-invasive techniques. Our unique approach assesses the patient and develops a custom-tailored treatment plan based on their needs and concerns.
What Is Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow is also clinically known as lateral epicondylitis. It is an overuse injury that causes microscopic tears in the tendon connecting your forearm muscles to the bony bump on the outside of your elbow. Tennis elbow specifically targets the Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis (ECRB) muscle, which originates from the outer elbow and stabilizes your wrist when your elbow is straight. Repetitive wrist and arm movements cause wear and tear in the tendon fibers leading to pain and inflammation.
What Causes Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow occurs from the overuse of the forearm muscles. The tendons attached to the muscles and the elbow region become inflamed. This inflammation is what causes pain and discomfort. Some of the common underlying factors that could lead to tennis elbow could include any of the following:
- Shoulder Stiffness- The shoulder is connected to the arms, and the arms to the elbows and the wrists. When there is stiffness in the shoulders, it can place strain on the arms, and in effect, the tendons that are attached to the muscles in the upper and lower arms.
- Poor Posture/Ergonomics- If you sit slouched over your desk, or do not have your chair, keyboard, or desk in the right positions, muscle strain and tightness can occur in various parts of the body. The added strain on these muscles, especially the ones in the arm, could lead to tennis elbow.
- Repetitive Movements- Tennis elbow is often caused by doing the same movements over and over, especially those of the hands, wrists, elbows, or upper arms. These movements can gradually tear the tendons so that when faced with a single movement at a higher strain level, it can cause injury.
- Upper Back and Neck Tightness- Tightness in these areas, as well as pain and discomfort, can increase the likelihood of developing tennis elbow. The nerve endings in this area are connected to the nerves in the elbow, so it is not unheard of to have a complaint of pain shooting down the arms to the elbows.
- Overstraining of the Muscles in the Arms- If you overstrain the muscles in the arms, it can lead to muscle strains and sprains, as well as place excess force on the tendons. This type of injury is common in people who lift weights or play sports. They attempt to go too fast and not give their bodies time to adjust gradually.
What Are Some Symptoms Of Tennis Elbow?
- Pain and discomfort in the elbow region
- A sharp and sudden shooting pain that comes and goes
- A constant pain that ranges from mild to more severe discomfort.
- Patients also complain of pain when moving the arm, bending the elbow, pushing or pulling an object, or attempting to grip or lift an object.
- Weak grip strength
- Morning stiffness in the elbow and forearm
How Do Brampton Physiotherapy Treatments Help With Tennis Elbow?
The specific purpose of physiotherapy is to develop an effective treatment plan to address the current complaint as well as the underlying causes of the tennis elbow. Some of the more common treatments used for this condition include:
Manual Manipulation
Your physiotherapist uses soft tissue manipulation to massage the area and promote healing responses.
Electrical Wave Therapy
Small electrical wave impulses are sent to the area to help stimulate healing responses by increasing blood flow to the area.
Hot and Cold Therapies
Heating pads and cold packs can be used to help alleviate pain and discomfort.
Exercise Therapy
Your physiotherapist will teach you specific exercises to help repair, straighten, and recover from the injury.
What Are The Other Non-Invasive Treatments For Tennis Elbow?
Shockwave therapy
Assistive devices
Accupuncture
Why Choose Physiotherapy First For Tennis Elbow Rehabilitation In Brampton?
A team of Registered physiotherapists
Our team has years of experience in musculoskeletal health, including tennis elbow. Whether you need help with Complex tendon injuries or chronic pain, we have got your back.
Individualized sessions
We attend to each patient individually, ensuring you receive our utmost care and attention. Our therapists tailor your treatment plan to match your specific health goals.
Non-invasive, evidence-based treatments
Our physiotherapists receive ongoing education and training to ensure you receive the highest quality of care and treatment. Every treatment plan is rooted in the latest sports science and clinical research.
Address: 511 Ray Lawson Blvd. Unit 4 & 5 Brampton ON L6Y 0N2
Phone: 905-796-6662
Fax: 905-796-6662
Email: info@physiotherapyfirst.ca
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