Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition that causes pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow. While it is commonly associated with tennis players, it can occur in anyone who performs repetitive activities involving the wrist and forearm, such as carpenters, plumbers, cooks and painters.

It is the condition causing inflammation of tendon of common extensor origin forearm muscles.

Patient experiences pain on outside of elbow radiating to forearm and wrist, more common while activities like :

• Gripping an object
• Squeezing clothes
• Turning doorknob

More common in middle aged person, more in dominant arm, prone to recurrence.

I am Dr Sachi Sheth as a pain physician in Gota, Ahmedabad, my role in treating tennis elbow is to provide effective pain management solutions without surgery.

After confirming diagnosis mostly clinical ( sometimes with support of x-ray, Ultrasound or MRI ), Initial treatment with Rest, Ice, Compression (elbow support brace), Elevation And anti-inflammatory medicines.

Physical therapy exercises can help strengthen the muscles around the elbow and reduce pain like wrist extensor strech.

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS therapy) involves using low level electrical currents to stimulate the nerves around elbow and reduce pain.

If pain persists or response to above is inadequate,

Some of the techniques I use include :

Dry needling: It involves the insertion of needle at the pathology site to help reduce pain and promote healing.

Corticosteroid injections can help reduce inflammation and pain in the elbow.

Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy : PRP therapy involves using a patient's own blood to create a concentration of platelets that can help promote healing and reduce pain.

Both the injections are given ultrasound guided to the precise location.

As a well-knowledgeable pain management doctor in Gota, I understand that tennis elbow can be a frustrating and painful condition that can interfere with daily activities. My goal is to provide patients with the most effective treatment options to help them get back to their normal activities without the need for surgery.

In conclusion, it is a myth that only tennis players will get tennis elbow pain. Anyone who performs repetitive activities involving the wrist and forearm can develop this condition. As a tennis elbow specialist doctor in Ahmedabad, we are equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide effective treatment options for sports injuries and other conditions causing pain.