Medical articles of Epicondylitis (tennis elbow)

25/03/2026
Mr Paolo Consigliere
Consultant orthopaedic shoulder and elbow surgeon
Lateral epicondylosis (tennis elbow): causes, symptoms and treatment
Lateral epicondylosis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is a common source of pain on the outer aspect of the elbow. Despite its name, the majority of patients are not tennis players.
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17/10/2025
Mr Alexander Magnussen
Consultant Upper Limb and Hand Surgeon
Taking a swing at tennis elbow
Tennis elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition that causes pain around the outside of the elbow. Despite its name, it doesn’t just affect tennis players. In fact, the majority of people who develop tennis elbow do not play racket sports at all.
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06/10/2025
Mr Arvind Mohan
Orthopaedic surgeon – Shoulder, elbow, hand & wrist surgeon
What is tennis elbow and when is surgery needed?
Tennis elbow is a common cause of elbow pain that can affect anyone. It often develops gradually and can make everyday tasks uncomfortable. This article explains what tennis elbow is, the symptoms to watch for, treatment options, and when surgery may be considered.
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02/12/2024
Dr Ralph Rogers
Sports Medicine Specialist
Effective treatments and prevention strategies for tennis elbow
Tennis elbow, also referred to as lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition It results from overuse or repetitive strain on the elbow’s tendons. Despite its name, it’s not exclusive to tennis players and can affect anyone engaging in activities requiring repetitive arm, wrist or hand motions.
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30/09/2024
Mr Tony Antonios
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Game, set and match: mastering tennis elbow
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition that affects many people, not just athletes. This painful condition can make everyday activities difficult, but with the right information and treatment, it can be effectively managed. Mr Tony Antonios, distinguished consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, answers the key questions about tennis elbow and how to regain control of your pain and mobility.
23/09/2024
Mr Alexander Magnussen
Consultant Upper Limb and Hand Surgeon
How do I know if my elbow pain is serious?
Elbow pain can range from mild discomfort to severe pain that limits your ability to move or use your arm. Here to tell us all about is leading consultant upper limb and hand surgeon Mr Alexander Magnussen.
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17/04/2024
Mr Arvind Mohan
Orthopaedic surgeon – Shoulder, elbow, hand & wrist surgeon
Exploring tennis elbow: Causes, symptoms, and treatment - ‘Time to elbow the pain’
Leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr Arvind Mohan goes into expert detail about tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylalgia, in this informative article.
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07/08/2020
Mr Phil Wright
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Computer elbow: can I get tennis elbow from typing too much?
Computer elbow, better known as tennis elbow, is a stress injury to your elbow from repetatively typing and gripping your computer mouse. It's a classic sign of being overworked and now with the increasing use of computers and laptops in the workspace, this condition is becoming more common. We asked Mr Phil Wright, an expert consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in elbow pain, to explain a bit more about how it develops and what ergonomic changes you should make to prevent it.
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14/02/2020
Mr G Shyamalan (Shyam)
Orthopaedic Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Surgeon
What is the best treatment for golfer’s elbow?
After the winter break, injuries to unused and untrained muscles are likely to occur for many golfers. One of the most common of these injuries is golfer's elbow. To prepare for this, Mr Gunaratnam Shyamalan has put together this helpful guide explaining the various treatments available and the most effective ways to alleviate pain and symptoms.
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12/09/2019
Mr Ali Al-Sabti
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Common injuries affecting golfers
The golf swing is a fundamental part of the game and poor swinging techniques can injure the shoulders, elbows, hands and wrists. Mr Ali Al-Sabti, a leading orthopaedic surgeon, tells us what the most common golf injuries he’s encountered are and what treatments are available.
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