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(Tennis Elbow / Golfer’s Elbow) Purpose of Program _____ Specific exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles attached to the injured tendon will help with the healing process. The early goal of a therapeutic exercise program is to promote muscle endurance and improve resistance to
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) are painful conditions caused by overuse of the muscles and tendons in your forearm. Specific exercises will help with the healing process and improve resistance to repetitive stress.
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a condition in which the forearm muscles become damaged from overuse. The condition is common in athletes and in people with jobs that require vigorous use of the forearm muscles, such as painters.
n the muscles attached to the injured tendon will help with the healing process. The early goal of a therapeutic exercise pr. gram is to promote muscle endurance and improve resistance to repetitive stress. Following a well-structured program will help y. u return to daily activities, as well as spor. Click here to view and download this handout.
Lateral epicondylitis (or tennis elbow) is a common condition affecting the lateral (or outside) aspect of the elbow where the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) muscle originates (see below). The condition causes elbow and forearm pain, especially when lifting or grasping. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2003.
Manual Stretching: Gentle stretching exercises including wrist flexion, extension and rotation. The elbow should be extended and not flexed to increase the amount of stretch as required. These stretches should be held for 20-30 seconds and repeated 5-10 times, at least twice a day.
This exercise programme has specific exercises to strengthen muscles around your elbow as well as improve muscle balance and flexibility in your forearm. In order to achieve proper rehabilitation of your injury it is important to ensure the exercises are performed with good technique. Poor practice may place potential strain on your injury.
