Bristol Biomechanics
Tennis Elbow Treatment
in Bristol
Tennis elbow can make even simple tasks like gripping, lifting or typing extremely painful. We help you understand why it has developed and resolve it properly.
What Is Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow, clinically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition characterised by pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow. Despite the name, it is not exclusive to tennis players. It affects people across a wide range of occupations and activities, from office workers and tradespeople to musicians and manual labourers.
The pain typically develops gradually and is often aggravated by gripping, twisting or lifting movements. In more severe cases it can become persistent enough to interfere with everyday activities and significantly impact quality of life.
What Causes Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow is commonly described as an overuse injury but this explanation only tells part of the story. In the majority of cases, the elbow is not the true source of the problem. It is simply where the strain is being felt.
When the shoulder, wrist and upper body are not moving efficiently, the forearm muscles and tendons around the elbow are forced to compensate. Over time, this excessive and repetitive loading breaks down the tissue at the lateral epicondyle, resulting in the pain and inflammation associated with tennis elbow.
Addressing these upstream dysfunctions is essential for a full and lasting recovery and is what sets genuinely effective tennis elbow treatment apart from short-term pain management.
Common biomechanical contributors include:
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Poor shoulder mechanics that place excess strain on the forearm and elbow
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Wrist and grip patterns that overload the extensor tendons
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A lack of thoracic spine mobility that restricts how the whole arm moves
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Muscular imbalances in the upper body that alter the mechanics of the elbow during movement
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Compensatory movement patterns built up over months or years of inefficient loading
Our Approach
How We Address Tennis Elbow
At Bristol Biomechanics, we use Functional Patterns, a methodology built around the fundamental movements of the human body: standing, walking, running and throwing. Rather than focusing solely on the elbow, we assess how your entire upper body moves and identify the chain of dysfunctions that are placing your elbow under excessive strain.
Our approach includes:
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Postural and Gait Assessment
We begin with a thorough analysis of your posture and movement to identify exactly where the imbalances are occurring and how they are contributing to the loading of your elbow.
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Myofascial Release (MFR)
We teach you targeted self-massage techniques to release tight and restricted tissue in the forearm, elbow, shoulder and upper back, reducing tension and preparing the area for corrective exercise.
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Corrective Exercise
Using Functional Patterns corrective exercise, you will learn to engage your shoulder, arm and upper body as a connected system, restoring efficient movement mechanics and removing the excess strain from the elbow joint and surrounding tendons.
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Lifestyle and Wellbeing Support
We take a holistic approach covering nutrition, sleep quality, stress management and reducing systemic inflammation, all of which play a role in tendon health and the speed of your recovery.
Getting Started
What to Expect From Your First Session
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Step one
Book a Call
Your journey begins with a free phone consultation. We will take the time to understand your situation, discuss your symptoms and determine whether we are the right fit for you.
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Step two
Free Initial Consultation
Your first session is a full one-hour assessment. We will analyse your posture and movement, identify the specific imbalances contributing to your tennis elbow and walk you through exactly how we plan to address them. You will also experience corrective exercise first-hand so you can feel the difference from the very first session.
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Step three
Your Personalised Programme
From there, we build a programme tailored specifically to your body and your needs. Whether you are looking for tennis elbow treatment close to home or prefer to work with us online, you will have weekly guidance, video feedback and direct access to your coach throughout your journey.
Ready to Get Rid of Your Tennis Elbow for Good?
Stop waiting for it to settle on its own. Let us find the root cause and fix it properly. Book a free consultation with our team today and take the first step towards a pain-free elbow.