WHAT IS TENNIS ELBOW?
The lateral epicondyle is the common starting point of the tendons of the muscles that pull the wrist
upwards. As a result of repetitive strain and overuse, degeneration of this area may occur and this
condition is called lateral epicondylitis. This discomfort is also called “tennis elbow” because it is a
problem related to the use of rackets in some tennis players. But it is not a discomfort seen only in
tennis players.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF TENNIS ELBOW?
The main complaint in tennis elbow is pain that can spread to the elbow and forearm. Activities that
resist the wrist, such as carrying a jug or teapot, can cause increased pain. Along with the pain, a
decrease in the strength of the forearm muscles may occur. Schedule; Simple activities such as
shaking hands and turning the doorknob can also cause an increase in pain. If not intervened, pain
may occur without activity in later stages.
WHO HAS TENNIS ELBOW?
Tennis elbow can be seen in adults of all age groups; it is most commonly seen between the ages of
30 and 50.
-It is frequently seen in people who engage in activities where the arm, elbow and wrist work
intensively. The most common occupational and sports groups with tennis elbow are;
-Plumbers, carpenters, painters
-Housewives
-Cleaning workers

• Mechanics
  -People who play bowling, golf, baseball, tennis
  -There are people who work in garden works.
  HOW IS THE TREATMENT OF TENNIS ELBOW PERFORMED?
  The most basic part of the treatment is the restriction of activities that cause pain. The person is not
  asked to completely stop the activity, the activities that cause pain are modified with the methods
  taught by the physiotherapist.
  -Physiotherapy applications are one of the most frequently used methods in the treatment of pain
  and loss of heart in individuals with tennis elbows. A rehabilitation program is created specifically for
  the person with manual therapy, massage, hot / cold applications, stretching and strengthening
  exercises.
  -In addition; drug therapy, brace (elbow wound), injection, extracorporeal shock wave therapy
  (ESWT) and surgical procedures can also be applied.