Tennis Elbow

Alternate Names : Lateral Epicondylitis, Elbow Tendonitis OR Tendinosis

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

The main symptom is pain on the outside of the elbow when the person uses the muscles that straighten the wrist and fingers. Some people complain of pain throughout the lower arm. Pain can also occur when lifting anything, even a lightweight cup, with the palm facing down. The outside of the elbow is usually tender to the touch. Grabbing or twisting movements of the arm are commonly painful. When the wrist or fingers are straightened against resistance or a tight fist is made, pain may occur. There may be some swelling over the outside of the elbow, but this is unusual. The elbow should have its full range of motion.