{"id":58,"date":"2018-01-29T00:05:53","date_gmt":"2018-01-29T00:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lahandsurgeon.com\/blog\/?p=58"},"modified":"2018-03-06T01:01:10","modified_gmt":"2018-03-06T01:01:10","slug":"how-to-prevent-tennis-elbow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lahandsurgeon.com\/blog\/how-to-prevent-tennis-elbow\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent Tennis Elbow"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lateral epicondylitis, commonly referred to as tennis elbow is a repetitive stress injury involving the muscles and tendons of the forearm<\/a>. Despite the name, only about 5 percent of individuals develop the condition from playing tennis.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of Tennis Elbow<\/h2>\n

Tennis elbow is characterized by pain along the outer portion of the forearm that may extend from the elbow to the wrist. The pain is usually most noticeable when bending or lifting the arm, grasping small objects, when moving the forearm in a twisting fashion, or when extending the arm. With proper care and rest, most lateral epicondylitis cases resolve within six months to two years.<\/p>\n

Coping With Tennis Elbow Pain<\/h2>\n

At the first sign of tennis elbow pain, it is important to refrain from any activities that may place stress on the tendons and muscles of the forearm. When possible, try to use the muscles of the forearm, upper arm, and shoulders evenly so that one muscle group does not become overused. When engaging in sports, such as racquetball, tennis, or squash, be sure to use proper form and technique to reduce the chances of strain and injury to muscles and tendons. Warming up before activities that require repetitive movements, using tools and equipment with wider grips, and wearing splints can also help prevent damage to the tendons.<\/p>\n

Exercises for Tennis Elbow<\/h2>\n

The following exercises can help strengthen the forearm muscles so that they are less prone to injury:<\/p>\n