Tennis Elbow

Isolated wrist extensor strengthening is not presented as the first step for tennis elbow. Tennis elbow is also known as lateral epicondylitis, referring to inflammation at the lateral epicondyle where forearm muscles attach. Tennis elbow is a common condition characterized by pain on the outside of the elbow. Tennis elbow is defined as outside-elbow pain often provoked by resisted wrist or finger extensor activity. The article treats tennis elbow as a possible tendon problem but not automatically only a tendon problem. The condition's name derives from the mechanics of tennis, specifically the backhand stroke. The proposed sequence addresses global variability before local elbow findings and tendon loading. Improper functioning of the muscles that attach at the lateral epicondyle causes pulling and tearing at the attachment site, leading to irritation and inflammation. Local elbow exercise selection depends on whether hyperextension or limited extension is present. The final rehabilitation phase should include broader upper-limb and whole-body strengthening and conditioning. Forearm pronation and supination restrictions influence how curls or triceps work are positioned.