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Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition caused by repetitive use of the arm, wrist, or hand. Although commonly associated with racket sports, tennis elbow affects a wide range of people—including tradespeople, office workers, musicians, and active adults—whose daily activities place strain on the elbow joint. At NG Vascular & Vein Center, we evaluate and treat tennis elbow at our locations in Munster, IN; Merrillville, IN; Homewood, IL; Palos Heights, IL; and Addison, IL, offering both traditional care guidance and advanced minimally invasive treatment options.

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What Causes Tennis Elbow?

Tennis elbow develops when the tendons connecting the forearm muscles to the outer elbow are repeatedly stressed. Over time, this leads to microscopic tendon damage, inflammation, and pain. Risk factors include:

  • Repetitive gripping or lifting motions
  • Sports involving repetitive arm movement
  • Occupations requiring frequent wrist or arm use
  • Poor ergonomics or improper technique
  • Age (most common between 30–50)

Common Symptoms

Symptoms may worsen gradually and include:

  • Pain or burning on the outer elbow
  • Forearm pain radiating toward the wrist
  • Weak grip strength
  • Pain with lifting, twisting, or grasping objects
  • Difficulty performing daily tasks

If symptoms persist for several months despite rest or treatment, evaluation by a specialist is recommended.

Initial Treatment Options

Conservative treatment is the first recommended step for treating tennis elbow and may include medication, resting or icing the arm, or exercise. The repetitive motions that led to the condition should be discontinued until it heals. If the pain persists, physical therapy or pain injections may be recommended.

When Conservative Care Isn’t Enough

For patients with persistent pain, surgery has traditionally been the next step. Surgical options include open tendon repair or arthroscopic procedures. While effective for some, surgery involves longer recovery times and time away from work or activities.

Tennis Elbow Care Near You

A new treatment option called Transcatheter Arterial Embolization (TAE) is now available to treat tennis elbow. You can learn more about this minimally invasive, outpatient treatment option by clicking here. We have several convenient locations for treating tennis elbow including:

FAQs About Tennis Elbow

NG Vascular & Vein Center offers evaluation and treatment for tennis elbow at convenient locations in Munster, IN; Merrillville, IN; Homewood, IL; Palos Heights, IL; and Addison, IL. Patients can receive care close to home without traveling far for advanced treatment options.

Tennis elbow may be treated by interventional radiologists, orthopedic specialists, or sports medicine providers. At NG Vascular & Vein Center, experienced interventional radiologists specialize in minimally invasive treatments for chronic elbow pain.

If pain persists longer than 3–6 months or interferes with daily life, advanced treatment may be appropriate.

Yes. Minimally invasive options like elbow embolization may relieve pain without surgical intervention.

Absolutely. Many patients develop tennis elbow due to work-related or repetitive daily activities.

To learn more about tennis elbow treatment or other treatments that NG Vascular & Vein Center offers, please contact us.

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