WHAT IS TENNIS ELBOW (LATERAL EPICONDYLITIS)?

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a condition involving inflammation of the tendons that attach to the outer elbow. Often caused by repetitive wrist or elbow movements, it leads to pain and restricted movement. This condition is not exclusive to tennis players and can affect anyone performing repetitive arm motions. Tennis elbow is primarily categorized by the affected muscles and the degree of tendon damage, which can range from mild inflammation to chronic tendon degeneration.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

  • Pain and tenderness on the outer forearm, below the elbow
  • Stiffness in the elbow, making it difficult to extend the arm
  • weak grip strength
  • Increased pain at night or during specific activities like lifting or gripping

CAUSES OF TENNIS ELBOW

  • Occupational Strain: Repetitive wrist or arm movements in activities like painting or typing.
  • Sports-Related Injury: Sports that require gripping and repetitive wrist action, such as tennis or weightlifting.
  • Daily Activities: Household tasks like gardening, cutting, or swimming.

TREATMENT AT SANJEEVANAM AYURVEDA HOSPITAL

At Sanjeevanam Ayurveda Hospital in Kerala, tennis elbow is managed through a holistic Ayurvedic approach that aims to reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and restore joint mobility. Key treatments include:

  • Herbal Therapies: Anti-inflammatory herbs like turmeric, guggulu, triphala, nirgundi, and ashwagandha, which help in healing damaged tendons and reducing inflammation.
  • Massage Therapy: Medicated oil massages, such as Abhyanga and Pichu (applying oil-soaked cloth), offer pain relief and promote circulation.
  • Panchakarma Therapies: Specialized therapies like Podikkizhi and Ilakkizhi (herbal poultice massages) are used to alleviate inflammation and stiffness.
  • Agnikarma: A thermal therapy that applies localized heat to specific points around the elbow, reducing pain and inflammation effectively.

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