Acupuncture for Tennis Elbow

Acupuncture for Tennis Elbow Melbourne

Tennis Elbow, or lateral epicondylitis is an inflammation of the tendons that connect the muscles of the forearm to the outside of the elbow. This condition can commonly occur from overuse of the forearm and by repetitive motion.

The term tennis elbow is of course related to the higher frequency that tennis players may acquire the condition. At our clinic we have treated many patients over the years that have experienced symptoms related to tennis elbow and they have acquired this either by playing sport or through daily activities. AcuHealth Therapies provides tailored acupuncture treatment plans for patients in Melbourne experiencing symptons related to Tennis Elbow.

Research suggests that acupuncture therapy can be beneficial as a treatment for tennis elbow. A 2020 study concluded that ‘acupuncture appears to be superior to drug or blocking therapy’ in the treatment for tennis elbow.

What are the symptoms of Tennis Elbow?

Tennis Elbow symptoms generally include recurring pain located on the outside of the upper forearm, just below the elbow. Pain can be felt when undertaking daily activities such as:

Extending or bending your arm
Lifting or gripping objects
Turning a door handle or writing

What are the primary causes of Tennis Elbow?

There are many ways that people can develop tennis elbow in their daily lives. These can include:

Playing sport or activities that involve repetitive arm and wrist actions. Sports such as tennis, squash, racquetball & weightlifting can involve a lot of repetitive movement and lead to tendon strains. Using improper technique when playing sport can lead to the tendons in the arm becoming strained.
Jobs that involve a high rate of repetitive movement such as plumbing, painting or carpentry.
Heavy lifting or using tools with inadequate technique can cause tendon strain in the arm.
Elbow injury – if you injure your elbow the tendon may be damaged and this can lead to tennis elbow symptoms appearing.
Advanced age – as we get older and our bodies change, tendon flexibility can decrease. This can lead to a higher likelihood of straining the tendons in the arm as a result of physical activity.

Acupuncture therapy for Tennis Elbow Melbourne

Acupuncture may provide benefits as part of a treatment plan for tennis elbow.

The main benefits that acupuncture therapy may provide are:

Reducing inflammation and increasing blood flow
Pain relief resulting from an increase in the release of endorphins and a boost to overall well-being
Improved flexibility and movement in the elbow joint

Acupuncture can be a complementary treatment which can work alongside other physical therapies such as physiotherapy, osteopathy and massage.

So if you are experiencing pain in your elbow and are looking for a natural treatment that may assist to improve your symptoms, then acupuncture may be a therapy to consider.

To find out more about Acupuncture for Tennis Elbow in Melbourne, call us at the clinic

0403 524 893