Tennis Elbow Treatment at Uprise Health
Move With Confidence Again
Tennis elbow can make simple everyday tasks surprisingly difficult. Whether it’s lifting a coffee cup, opening a jar, shaking hands, using a computer, or returning to the gym, pain on the outside of the elbow can quickly become frustrating.
At Uprise Health, we help people understand why their tennis elbow is happening and create a personalised treatment plan to reduce symptoms, restore strength, and rebuild confidence.
Despite its name, most people who develop tennis elbow have never played tennis. Whether your symptoms started after work, sport, gardening, or gradually over time, our goal is to help you understand your condition and provide a clear pathway forward.
Book your tennis elbow assessment today and take the first step towards moving more comfortably.
Understanding Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral elbow tendinopathy, is a common condition affecting the tendons on the outside of the elbow.
These tendons connect the muscles that help extend your wrist and fingers. They play an important role in gripping, lifting, carrying, and many everyday activities.
Tennis elbow usually develops when the tendon is exposed to more load than it is currently prepared to tolerate. Rather than being a sign of inflammation alone, it is often related to changes within the tendon caused by repetitive or increased loading.
The good news is that tendons respond well to the right type of rehabilitation.
At Uprise Health, we focus on improving your tendon’s capacity through education, progressive strengthening, and gradual return to activity.
Common Symptoms of Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow can develop gradually or following an increase in activity.
Common symptoms include:
- Pain on the outside of the elbow
- Pain when gripping objects
- Discomfort when lifting or carrying
- Pain while opening jars or turning door handles
- Pain when shaking hands
- Weakness with gripping
- Pain using a computer mouse
- Discomfort during racquet sports or gym exercises
- Tenderness over the outside of the elbow
- Reduced confidence using your arm
Some people notice symptoms only during activity, while others experience discomfort even with everyday tasks.
What Causes Tennis Elbow?
There is rarely one single cause of tennis elbow.
Instead, symptoms usually develop when the tendon is exposed to more load than it can comfortably tolerate.
Repetitive Activities
Frequent gripping, lifting, typing, using tools, gardening, or repetitive hand movements can increase the demands placed on the elbow.
Sport
Although tennis players can develop tennis elbow, it is also common in people who play golf, squash, pickleball, or regularly participate in gym training.
Sudden Changes in Activity
Starting a new exercise program, increasing training volume, or taking on new work tasks can overload the tendon before it has adapted.
Strength and Physical Capacity
Like muscles, tendons become stronger when progressively loaded over time.
If the tendon isn’t prepared for the demands placed upon it, it may become painful and sensitive.
At Uprise Health, we focus on improving your tendon’s capacity rather than simply reducing pain.
How Uprise Health Assesses Tennis Elbow
Your first appointment is designed to understand your symptoms and identify the factors contributing to your elbow pain.
We’ll discuss:
- When your symptoms started
- What activities aggravate your pain
- Your work and sporting demands
- Previous arm or shoulder injuries
- Your exercise history
- Your goals for recovery
We may assess:
- Elbow movement
- Wrist movement
- Grip strength
- Forearm muscle function
- Shoulder strength
- Neck movement where appropriate
- Functional movements related to your work or sport
Following your assessment, we’ll explain what we found and discuss the treatment approach best suited to your situation.
You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your condition and the next steps in your recovery.
How We Treat Tennis Elbow
Treatment focuses on improving your tendon’s ability to tolerate everyday activities.
Education
Understanding tendon pain helps reduce uncertainty.
We’ll explain why your symptoms have developed, how tendons recover, and which activities are safe to continue during rehabilitation.
Exercise Rehabilitation
Progressive strengthening is the cornerstone of successful treatment.
Your rehabilitation program may include exercises to improve:
- Forearm strength
- Grip strength
- Wrist control
- Shoulder strength
- Upper limb endurance
- Overall physical capacity
Exercises are progressed gradually to help your tendon become stronger and more resilient over time.
Activity Modification
Rather than avoiding all activities, we’ll help you temporarily adjust your workload or training so you can continue moving while allowing the tendon to recover.
Hands-On Treatment
Manual therapy may be used where appropriate to improve comfort and support your rehabilitation.
Hands-on treatment is most effective when combined with an active exercise program.
How Long Does Tennis Elbow Take to Improve?
Tendon recovery takes time.
Factors that may influence your recovery include:
- How long you’ve had symptoms
- Your work demands
- Sporting activities
- Overall health
- Your consistency with rehabilitation
Some people notice improvement within several weeks, while longer-standing tendon pain may take several months to fully recover.
The goal is to build a stronger tendon that’s capable of meeting the demands of your work, sport, and everyday life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennis Elbow
Can chiropractic care help tennis elbow?
Yes.
Chiropractic careis one of the most effective treatments for tennis elbow.
A personalised rehabilitation program involving education, progressive strengthening, and activity modification can help reduce pain and improve function.
Do I need an MRI or X-ray?
Most people with tennis elbow do not require imaging.
A thorough assessment usually provides enough information to diagnose the condition and guide treatment.
Imaging may be recommended if your symptoms are unusual or not improving as expected.
Should I stop exercising?
Usually not.
Completely avoiding activity is rarely necessary.
Instead, we help you modify exercises and activities so you can continue training while gradually improving your tendon’s capacity.
Will wearing an elbow brace fix my tennis elbow?
An elbow brace or strap may help reduce discomfort during certain activities for some people.
However, braces do not address the underlying issue.
Progressive strengthening remains the most important part of long-term recovery.
Why has my tennis elbow lasted so long?
Tendons typically recover more slowly than muscles.
Recovery often requires gradual strengthening and consistent loading over time.
This doesn’t necessarily mean your condition is severe—it simply reflects how tendon tissue adapts.
When should I see a chiropractor?
A assessment may be helpful if:
- Elbow pain is affecting daily activities
- You’re struggling with gripping or lifting
- Symptoms keep returning
- Pain is limiting work or sport
- You’re unsure how to manage your symptoms
- You want guidance on returning to exercise safely
Why Choose Uprise Health for Your Tennis Elbow?
Living with tennis elbow can be frustrating, particularly when simple tasks become painful or you’re unable to enjoy your usual activities.
At Uprise Health, we take the time to understand your individual presentation and create a treatment plan based on your goals, lifestyle, and the demands you place on your body.
A Thorough Assessment
We assess more than just your elbow.
We consider your shoulder, neck, movement patterns, strength, work demands, and sporting activities to understand the complete picture.
Evidence-Based Care
Our rehabilitation programs follow current evidence for tendon management and are tailored to your individual needs.
We’ll explain what we find and why each part of your treatment plan is important.
Rehabilitation Designed Around Your Goals
Whether you want to return to work, lift weights, play tennis, golf, pickleball, or simply carry your shopping without pain, your rehabilitation plan is built around what matters most to you.
Helping You Build Long-Term Confidence
Recovery is about more than settling pain.
We’ll help you understand:
- Why your tendon has become painful
- Which activities are safe
- How to gradually increase your loading
- How to reduce the likelihood of future flare-ups
A Plan That Progresses With You
As your symptoms improve, your rehabilitation program will continue to progress, helping you build long-term strength, resilience, and confidence.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Tennis elbow doesn’t have to stop you from working, training, or enjoying the activities you love.
A comprehensive assessment at Uprise Health can help you understand what’s contributing to your symptoms and create a personalised plan to help you move forward with confidence.
Book your tennis elbow assessment today and take the first step towards stronger, more comfortable movement.