Tennis Elbow Pain & Treatment
Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation on the outer part of the elbow Call us today to make an appointment for tennis Elbow pain treatment we serve patients across New York and New Jersey, including communities such as Plainview, Ronkonkoma, New Hyde Park, Montville, and Plainfield.
Tennis Elbow Overview
Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation on the outer part of the elbow. Despite its name, tennis elbow can affect individuals engaged in various activities that involve repetitive wrist and arm motions, such as typing, painting, or manual labor. At Empire Orthopaedic and Pain Management Specialists, we specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of lateral epicondylitis, offering comprehensive care to alleviate pain and restore function. When you experience tennis elbow, activities such as gripping objects, lifting, or extending your wrist may exacerbate symptoms, leading to discomfort and limited range of motion. Our team of orthopedic specialists begins the evaluation process with a thorough assessment of your medical history, followed by a physical examination and may utilize imaging studies such as X-rays or MRI to confirm the diagnosis and assess the extent of tendon damage.
Treatment options for medial Tennis Elbow May Incude:
– Conservative therapies: Initially, we may recommend conservative treatments such as rest, ice therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and activity modification to reduce pain and inflammation.
– Physical therapy: Our experienced physical therapists design specialized exercise programs focused on stretching and strengthening the muscles of the forearm, improving flexibility, and promoting healing of the affected tendon.
– Orthotic devices: We may prescribe braces or splints to provide support and reduce stress on the affected tendon, allowing it to heal properly.
– Corticosteroid injections: In cases of severe pain and inflammation, corticosteroid injections may be administered directly into the affected area to provide targeted relief.
– Regenerative medicine: We offer innovative regenerative therapies such as platelet-rich plasma PRP injections or stem cell therapy to stimulate the body’s natural healing process and promote tissue repair.
– Minimally invasive procedures: If conservative treatments fail to provide relief, we may recommend minimally invasive procedures such as percutaneous needle tenotomy or arthroscopic surgery to remove damaged tissue and promote healing of the tendon.
Meet Our Team Of Doctors
Dr. James Yu
Board Certified Anesthesiologist
Board Certified Interventional
Pain Management Physician
Dylan J. O'Rourke
Certified Physician Assistant
Pain Condition We Treat
Improve your quality of life with our comprehensive approach to pain management
We are dedicated to finding individualized treatment options tailored to fit your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you lead a productive and active life, free from pain and disruption.
We use an integrative approach to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and assess your condition.
Physical examination and review of your medical history. We assess the cause of your pain, determine its severity and duration, and help you develop an individualized treatment plan.
We provide a range of treatments and procedures to address your chronic pain. These include nerve blocks, injections, physical therapy, implantable therapies and more. We also offer health education to help you better manage your condition.