The most common type of elbow pain is what is often referred to as 'tennis elbow'. Interestingly most people who suffer from this condition do not play tennis! It is characterised by pain on the outer side of the elbow, aggravated by gripping or lifting type activities.

This condition is caused by weakness and inflammation of the 'extensor tendons' as they attach into the lateral epicondyle bone of the elbow. Treatment involves anti-inflammatory techniques such as ice application, along with soft tissue massage therapy and eventually stretching and strengthening exercises to condition the tendon to better cope with activities.

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