Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow Treatment Starts Here

Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are common overuse injuries caused by tendon irritation around the elbow. Tennis elbow typically causes pain on the outside of the elbow, while golfer’s elbow is more common on the inside of the elbow. Symptoms can make gripping, lifting, typing, or sports painful. At Mountain View Pain Center, we help identify what’s driving your elbow pain and build a plan to reduce symptoms and restore strength.

Tennis Elbow Treatment at Mountain View Pain Center

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Common Causes and Contributing factors

Repetitive gripping, wrist extension/flexion, or forearm rotation
Sports (tennis, golf, pickleball, climbing, weight training)
Manual work (tools, lifting, repetitive hand use)
Desk work with repetitive mouse/keyboard use
Sudden increase in training volume or intensity
Weakness in forearm, shoulder, or upper back support muscles
Poor mechanics during lifting, sports swings, or repetitive tasks

Common Symptoms of Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

Elbow pain with gripping, lifting, or twisting motions
Pain that worsens with repetitive activity (work, sports, training)
Weak grip strength or fatigue in the forearm
Tenderness around the elbow joint
Pain with typing, mouse use, or tool use (common)
Stiffness in the elbow or forearm
Pain radiating into the forearm (sometimes)
Discomfort that builds gradually over time

How We Evaluate Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

We start by clarifying where pain occurs (inside vs outside elbow), what activities trigger it, and how it impacts grip strength and function. Your visit may include range-of-motion testing, tendon and muscle assessment, grip and forearm strength testing, and evaluation of wrist/shoulder mechanics that can contribute to overload. If symptoms include numbness or tingling into the hand, we may also screen for nerve involvement. We also check for red flags to determine whether imaging or referral is appropriate.

When to Seek Urgent Care

Seek prompt evaluation if you have sudden severe pain after trauma, obvious deformity, inability to move the elbow, rapidly increasing swelling, fever/chills, or numbness/weakness that is rapidly worsening.

How We Treat Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

At Mountain View Pain Center, our multidisciplinary team focuses on reducing tendon irritation and rebuilding strength safely:

Pain Management for Tennis Elbow at Mountain View Pain Center

Treatments We Commonly Recommend

Progressive tendon-loading and strengthening program (forearm/wrist/grip)
Mobility work for elbow, wrist, and shoulder
Technique coaching for lifting and sport mechanics
Ergonomic support for repetitive work and desk setup
Manual therapy to reduce stiffness and muscle tension
Home program to build consistency and prevent flare-ups

Home Care & Quick Relief

Ice for 10–15 minutes at a time, especially during flare-ups
Reduce the activity that triggers pain temporarily (gripping/lifting volume)
Use short breaks during repetitive tasks (tools, mouse/keyboard, sports practice)
Avoid “pushing through” sharp pain—build back gradually
Use supportive strategies as recommended (brace/counterforce strap if advised)

Frequently Asked Questions

Tennis elbow usually affects the outside of the elbow; golfer’s elbow usually affects the inside. Both are tendon overload injuries.
Not always. If symptoms or exam findings suggest imaging would help guide care, we’ll recommend the appropriate next step.
Most people do best with activity modification and a progressive strengthening plan rather than complete rest.
It varies by severity and how long symptoms have been present. Our goal is to reduce pain and rebuild strength with a structured plan.
Yes. Progressive strengthening and mechanics retraining are often key for lasting improvement.
Often, no. Some insurance plans require a referral or authorization - if you’re unsure, we can help verify.

Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow