Lateral elbow pain from repetitive gripping or arm use. Affects tennis players, desk workers and manual workers — and responds well to sports massage.
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is caused by overloading the extensor muscles of the forearm — particularly where they attach to the lateral epicondyle on the outside of the elbow. Despite the name, most cases have nothing to do with tennis. It's just as common in desk workers, tradespeople and anyone doing repetitive gripping or arm movements.
The pain is felt on the outside of the elbow and can radiate down the forearm, especially when gripping, lifting or twisting. Left untreated, the tendon attachment becomes increasingly irritated and recovery slows significantly.
Treatment targets the forearm extensor muscles directly — releasing tight fibres, reducing load through the tendon and addressing any referred pain patterns. Friction massage to the tendon attachment promotes tissue remodelling. Most clients see clear improvement within 3–4 sessions, with full resolution over 6–8 weeks.
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