Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a painful condition that occurs when tendons in your elbow are overloaded, usually by repetitive motions of the wrist and arm. Despite its name, athletes aren't the only people who develop tennis elbow. People whose jobs feature the types of motions that can lead to tennis elbow include plumbers, painters, carpenters and butchers. The pain of tennis elbow occurs primarily where the tendons of your forearm muscles attach to a bony bump on the outside of your elbow. Pain can also spread into your forearm and wrist. It is possible that you may have developed tennis elbow by excessive masturbation, but it is likely to not be the only cause. Tennis elbow often gets better on its own. But if painkillers and other self-care measures aren't helping, you should physical therapy. Severe cases of tennis elbow may require surgery. The following steps may help:
- Avoid activities that aggravate your elbow pain and rest well.
- You can have painkillers to reduce the pain and make it manageable.
- You can but an elbow brace which will give you some relief
- Apply ice or a cold pack for 15 minutes three to four times a day.
- Make sure that you are using proper technique for your activities and avoiding repetitive wrist motions.
If the condition persists or worsens visit an orthopedician
Next Steps
Follow the steps as advised
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If condition persists or worsens visit the orthopedician at the earliest