Overview
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition that affects the elbow joint. It is commonly caused by repetitive movements of the wrist and forearm, such as playing tennis or other racquet sports. However, it can also occur due to other activities that require gripping or twisting motions. At ProRehab Singapore, we offer a comprehensive approach to tennis elbow treatment and exercises to relieve elbow pain and improve mobility and strength.
In this article, we’ll discuss how physiotherapy can aid in Tennis Elbow rehabilitation, the benefits of physiotherapy in Tennis Elbow rehabilitation, and the different types of physiotherapy that can be used.
Tennis Elbow Treatment and Exercises at ProRehab Singapore
At ProRehab Singapore, our experienced physiotherapists specialize in tennis elbow treatment and exercises. Our goal is to provide customized treatment plans that are tailored to your specific needs, so you can recover quickly and return to your daily activities. Here are some of the treatments and exercises that we offer:
Tennis Elbow Treatment
We use a variety of treatments to help relieve elbow pain and reduce inflammation. These treatments include:
Manual therapy: Our physiotherapists use hands-on techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints in your elbow, which can help reduce pain and improve mobility.
Electro Shockwave Therapy (ESTW): This non-invasive treatment uses shockwaves to stimulate healing and reduce pain in the affected area.
Taping or bracing: We may recommend wearing a brace or tape to support the affected elbow joint and reduce stress on the muscles and tendons.
Tennis Elbow Exercises
Eccentric strengthening exercises: These exercises help improve the strength of the affected muscles by contracting them while they lengthen.
Wrist extension exercises: These exercises help improve the strength of the wrist extensor muscles, which are often affected by tennis elbow.
Grip strength exercises: These exercises help improve the strength of the muscles in your hand and forearm, which can help reduce the strain on your elbow joint.
Home Care
In addition to in-clinic treatments and exercises, we also provide advice on how to manage your tennis elbow at home. This may include:
Rest: It is important to rest the affected elbow and avoid activities that aggravate the pain.
Ice or heat: Applying ice or heat to the affected area can help reduce pain and inflammation.
Stretching: We may recommend specific stretching exercises to help improve the mobility of the elbow joint.
Conclusion:
If you’re experiencing tennis elbow or elbow pain, ProRehab Singapore can help. Our experienced physiotherapists specialize in tennis elbow treatment and exercises and offer customized treatment plans to help you recover quickly and effectively. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step towards a pain-free, active lifestyle.
If you or your loved ones are in need of physiotherapy, you can reach out to us via WhatsApp for a private conversation or you can also go to www.prorehab.sg for more information.
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