Care for Tennis Elbow at University of Colorado Hospital
Why Choose Treatment for Tennis Elbow at University of Colorado Hospital?
The doctors at University of Colorado Hospital treat all injuries of the bones, joints and muscles. Doctors at UCH patients with and without surgery, and use the latest techniques.
Our doctors are specially trained in sports medicine and participate in teaching and education. UCH also offers sports medicine services specifically for active women; it is one of the few hospitals in the country to do so.
What is a Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow is a condition where the outside of the elbow becomes painful and tender, usually resulting from a specific repetitive motion. Between 1 percent and 3 percent of the U.S. population suffers from tennis elbow. The condition most often affects people who do manual labor and people who regularly compete in sports like tennis.
Tennis Elbow Treatments
Doctors can usually treat tennis elbow without surgery. Nonsurgical treatments include:
- Rest
- Changes in mechanics
- Arm braces
- Exercises to strengthen tendons
- Medications
If the tennis elbow is severe, your doctor may perform surgery to repair or remove the injured tendon(s).