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Tennis Elbow Treatment in Brea, CA

Man experiencing outer elbow pain associated with tennis elbow
Dr. Peter Yi assessing elbow movement and tenderness for tennis elbow at Reborn Chiropractic in Brea, CA
Dr. Peter Yi providing EMS DolorClast radial shockwave therapy for tennis elbow and outer elbow pain

Tennis elbow, also called lateral elbow tendinopathy, typically causes pain along the outer elbow. It may affect people who play sports, but it is also common in workers, parents, musicians, and anyone who repeatedly grips, lifts, or uses a mouse or tool.

 

Common Symptoms

 

Symptoms may include:

  • Outer elbow pain

  • Pain with gripping

  • Pain while lifting a cup or bag

  • Discomfort using tools

  • Tenderness near the lateral elbow

  • Reduced grip tolerance

 

Contributing Factors

 

Tennis elbow may be associated with:

  • Repetitive gripping

  • Sudden increases in activity

  • Racquet or throwing sports

  • Manual work

  • Poor load management

  • Wrist extensor weakness or irritation

 

Treatment Options

 

Appropriate treatment may include:

  • Radial shockwave therapy

  • Manual therapy

  • Progressive tendon loading

  • Wrist and forearm strengthening

  • Activity modification

  • Grip and equipment recommendations

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Do I need to stop using my arm?

Complete rest is not always required, but painful loading may need to be reduced temporarily.

 

Does a brace help?

Some patients experience short-term relief with a brace, but exercise and load management may still be important.

 

How long does tennis elbow take to improve?

Recovery varies depending on symptom duration, activity demands, and response to treatment.

 

Schedule an Elbow Evaluation

Contact Reborn Chiropractic & Wellness Center for conservative evaluation and treatment of persistent outer elbow pain.

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