Tennis Elbow is a condition that affects the tendons and muscles around the elbow joint. This condition is similar to Golfer's Elbow, but it specifically affects the outside of the elbow; whereas, Golfer's Elbow affects the inner elbow. Tennis Elbow is closely related to tennis and other activities that involve repeated motions with the forearm and elbow. Tennis Elbow is one of many conditions that is considered a repetitive stress/strain injury since it takes repeated forceful movements of the hand, wrist, and elbow to cause this condition. People with Tennis Elbow typically experience pain in the outer part of their elbow and in the forearm tendons. Tennis Elbow will cause people to experience pain, loss of hand strength, and numbness in the hands and neck.
The common issue between Golfer's Elbow and Tennis Elbow is how it affects the nerves in the arms. Inflammation in the elbow area can cause nerve impingements and lead to more severe pain and numbness in other parts of the arm, shoulder, and neck. The chiropractor at Back Pain, Neck Pain & Headache Relief Center of Pleasanton can help relieve pain from tennis elbow by providing joint manipulations in the elbow and shoulder to allow the nerves to flow freely without impingement. A chiropractor will also search for misalignments in the cervical and thoracic spine to adjust those areas as well.
*Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.
Yes, chiropractic effectively treats tennis elbow by addressing elbow joint dysfunction and soft tissue restrictions. Treatment also evaluates neck and wrist mechanics since these areas affect elbow function at Back Pain, Neck Pain & Headache Relief Center of Pleasanton.
Chiropractic addresses tennis elbow from repetitive strain, elbow joint restrictions, muscle imbalances, and referred nerve irritation from cervical spine or radial nerve entrapment.
Chiropractic focuses on restoring proper joint mechanics throughout the arm and neck. This approach addresses root causes rather than just managing inflammation with injections or rest.
Most patients notice improvement within 6-10 sessions. Chronic tennis elbow may require additional visits. We provide a personalized care plan after your initial assessment at our Pleasanton chiropractic center.
We use elbow and wrist adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and therapeutic exercises. Treatment may also address cervical spine and radial nerve mobility affecting elbow function.
Many patients seeking conservative care find relief through chiropractic, potentially avoiding injections. Results vary based on condition severity and chronicity.
We provide specific eccentric strengthening and stretching exercises. Proper ergonomic modifications for activities like typing or racquet sports help prevent recurrence.
Yes, we modify techniques for acute cases using gentler approaches. Your comfort guides all treatment decisions during the acute inflammatory phase.