Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
Tennis elbow (outer) and golfer's elbow (inner) are overuse injuries of the forearm tendons — and you don't need to play either sport to get them. Gradual, guided strengthening is the most effective treatment.
Common symptoms
- Pain on the outer or inner side of the elbow
- Weak, painful grip
- Discomfort when lifting, twisting or typing
- Tenderness over the bony part of the elbow
Common causes
- Repetitive gripping, typing or lifting
- Sudden increase in a new activity
- Weak forearm and shoulder muscles
- Poor technique in sport or work tasks
How DrPhysioAI helps
Home exercise program for tennis & golfer's elbow
A safe starting routine. Always ease off anything that causes sharp pain, and check with a physiotherapist for a plan matched to you.
Wrist Flexor & Extensor Stretch
Relieves wrist and forearm strain from typing and phones.
Tennis & Golfer's Elbow — frequently asked questions
How long does tennis elbow take to recover?
Tendon problems are slow to settle — often several weeks to a few months. A progressive strengthening program is the most reliable path.
Should I rest my elbow completely?
Complete rest rarely fixes tennis elbow. Modifying aggravating activities while doing graded strengthening works far better.
Do I need a brace for tennis elbow?
A strap can ease symptoms during activity, but it's an aid, not a cure — the strengthening program is what resolves it.
Start your tennis & golfer's elbow recovery today
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