NEW Program for De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis ‘Mommy’ / ‘Texter’s’ / ‘Gamer’s’ Thumb Pain

Does your thumb hurt like hell?… Terrible, stabbing, searing pain every time you pick up your baby, your phone, game controller, golf club, fishing pole or even your coffee mug? It has many names

It has many names: Mommy’s Thumb, Texter’s Thumb, Gamer’s Thumb – Technically, it’s De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis… But, regardless what it’s called – It hurts like hell and it can be really disruptive to your life, as you know!

You’ve tried icing it, right? You’re probably taking more Ibuprofen than you’d really like, I would guess… And you’ve been told to wear that stupid, awkward brace around, no doubt…

Maybe you got desperate enough you resorted to getting a Cortisone Shot – But it just wore off after a few weeks…

And you might even be starting to worry you might need surgery at some point if it doesn’t get better soon!

You’ve done your best to follow the common wisdom and you’ve tried the conventional treatments but has anything helped you break out of the vicious cycle and actually recover?

Discover how to end your vicious cycle of pain chasing and inflammation fighting – And start treating the true, underlying cause of your thumb pain yourself, at home by watching and following this step-by-step HD video program.

To learn more visit: De Quervain’s / Mommy Thumb Home Program

Dry Needling For Treating Tennis And Golfer’s Elbow [VIDEO]

Should you consider a treatment called Dry Needling – If you have a stubborn case of Tennis or Golfer’s Elbow?

What the heck IS Dry Needling? It doesn’t sound like something you would want to rush right out and sign up for, under normal circumstances! – Does it?

Dry Needling is a treatment for Tennis Elbow, Golfer’s Elbow and other conditions that involves repeatedly sticking a needle into tissues (usually muscle or tendon) that are not healing properly in the hope of stimulating a healing response.

Or for the purpose of “deactivating” highly-irritable, pain-causing spots in muscles, known as a ‘Trigger Points.’ The needle in question can be either:

A Medical Hypodermic needle – used to penetrate the tissues but without injecting anything (also known as ‘Fenestration’)…

Or an Acupuncture needle – which is often referred to as ‘Trigger Point Dry Needling,’ ‘Intramuscular Stimulation’ (IMS) OR ‘Motor Point Dry Needling.’

The Acupuncture needle version seems to be the more common practice, by far… For the full article follow the link below:

Dry Needling For Tennis Elbow: Who Needs It? was originally published on: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com (Read the full article there.)

Acupuncture For Treating Tennis Elbow

Is Acupuncture effective in helping Tennis Elbow heal – Or is it just a way to relieve pain? Evidence suggests it may help relieve Tennis Elbow pain – But the big question is “Will Acupuncture help you heal?”

There seems to be plenty of evidence that Acupuncture can relieve the pain of Tennis Elbow – And, in that sense, it’s a much healthier alternative than pills or shots – But the big question is…

“Will Acupuncture help your Tennis Elbow heal?”

Sure, there are a host of things that can temporarily relieve your Tennis or Golfer’s Elbow pain, like anti-inflammatory pills, Cortisone shots and ice therapy…

But those “treatments” have no positive healing benefits – They just suppress your symptoms.

And, unfortunately, symptom suppression does not equal healing.

Is Acupuncture different? Does it actually promote healing?

Read the full article on Acupuncture and Tennis Elbow

(Originally published at Tennis Elbow Classroom)

And for MORE Tennis Elbow Treatment related Vimeo videos, here’s my playlist on the subject:

Tennis Elbow Treatment Video Playlist

Who Are The True Tennis Elbow Experts? [Video And Podcast]

Who are the true experts and authorities when it comes to the treatment of Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow?

Would they be general practice Doctors? Orthopedic Surgeons? Physical Therapists, perhaps?

Or could they be the practitioners who exclusively work on muscles and tendons by hand: Massage Therapists and other Bodyworkders?

Allen Willette examines this question in this episode of the Tennis Elbow Classroom podcast.

https://tunein.com/embed/player/t115709805/

Here’s the link to the article if you’d like to read along:

Full Article: Who Are The REAL Authorities On Tennis Elbow?

And while you’re there, get my free video course:

‘Tennis Elbow 101’ – (6 videos on Tennis AND Golfer’s Elbow)

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How Effective Is Physical Therapy In The Treatment Of Tennis Elbow Injuries?

View on Youtube: Physical Therapy For Tennis Elbow: What If It Doesn’t Help?

If your Doctor prescribes Physical Therapy for your Tennis Elbow, but it doesn’t help – What then?

OR if you’ve yet to see your Doctor, how likely are Physical Therapy treatments to help you fully recover from your Tennis or Golfer’s Elbow?

(Or at least put you well on your way to healing and recovery in a reasonable period of time?)

In this podcast video, Allen Willette, from Tennis Elbow Classroom, addresses these difficult (and potentially controversial) questions, including:

First of all, how is Lateral Epicondylitis or ‘Tennis Elbow’ treated in a P.T. or Physiotherapy clinic?

Physical Therapy is a system for rehabilitation that has many different applications and treatments known as ‘Modalities.’

And here are the top five most common Physical Therapy Modalities used to treat and rehabilitate Tennis Elbow.

1. Therapeutic Exercise – Rehab exercises that you do in the clinic with machines, weights or various resistance devices (and likely later on your own at home.)
   
   
2. Cryotherapy – Ice and cold packs, ostensibly to “reduce” inflammation, (however inflammation is a natural part of the healing process, and not even significantly present in most Tennis Elbow cases.)
   
   
3. Therapeutic Ultrasound or Ultrasonography – Ultrasound uses sound waves to heat or “stimulate” the muscles and tendons or other tissues involved.
   
   
4. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy – A more powerful sound or “shockwave” that’s used to stimulate the tendons.
   
   
5. E-stim / Electrical Stimulation (or Electrotherapy) – Electrodes are attached to your skin and a current is pulsed through them into your muscles causing them to involuntarily contract.

If you have Tennis Elbow and see your Doctor for it, there’s a good chance you’ll be prescribed a series of Physical Therapy treatments (along with Anti-inflammatory pills and a brace.)

Now, there’s no question that P.T. or ‘Physiotherapy’ treatment helps some Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow sufferers recover…

However, it also seems to dissapoint a large number of sufferers – And in many cases that’s after dozens of clinical visits, MONTHS of hard work and lost time and energy that’s gone forever.

Why is it that clinical Physical Therapy treatments often don’t help Tennis Elbow sufferers recover?

There’s a key part that’s often missing, in my opinion. See the full article for my rationale.

Read the full article: How Effective Is P.T. for Tennis Elbow?

(Originally published on: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com )

Tennis Elbow Surgery: How Do You Know When It’s Time To Start Considering It? [Video]

Watch on YouTube here: Tennis Elbow Surgery – How Do You Know When It’s Time? (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Via Tennis Elbow Classroom

When you have an extremely stubborn, chronic case of Lateral Epicondylitis or Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow)

And you’ve been struggling with for it months – Or maybe even for years!

► When should you realistically begin to consider surgery as a treatment option?

► How do you know if you’re a good candidate for a surgical procedure or not?

► And when is it time to abandon more conservative treatment options, because you’ve tried hard enough and long enough?

(These are not easy thoughts to face or questions to deal with for anyone who considers surgery a last resort!)

I hope this episode helps you in your decision making process, if you find yourself starting to wonder!

Here’s my full, detailed post on this difficult question if you’d like to look at a few other considerations:

Tennis Elbow Surgery: When It’s Time? – (Five Key Points)

Tennis Elbow 101: A Free Video Intro Course

Get your free Tennis Elbow 101 video course here

Get a better perspective on your Tennis or Golfer’s Elbow injury!

Tennis Elbow 101 is a free, “beginners” educational video series for both Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow sufferers.

(This course is also for those who have been struggling with their injuries for months and looking for a better perspective!)

Test, assess and self-diagnose your injury – Learn more about the cause and true nature of Golfer’s and Tennis Elbow – And discover a better treatment strategy! –

Learn more and subscribe to Tennis Elbow 101 here

What You’ll Learn And Get Out Of This Free Course:

• Learn how to test and “diagnose” yourself – Determine, quickly and easily, whether you have Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow…
  
  
• Discover the true nature of your injury – It’s often said to be “Tendonitis” – But discover why it isn’t and why “inflammation” is NOT a problem (and what you need to focus on instead),
  
  
• See why the “common wisdom approach” is wrong – And why the “standard treatments” for Golfer’s and Tennis Elbow are completely misdirected and usually a big mistake,
  
  
• Discover a seemingly contradictory alternative treatment strategy – That will surprise you with its logical, sensible approach…

Learn more and subscribe to Tennis Elbow 101 here

What Is Selfie Elbow?

Is “Selfie Elbow” Really A NEW Medical Condition? (Or Just Tennis Elbow In Disguise?)

If your arm or elbow is starting to hurt from taking too many selfies, you may have the latest trendy Tech Injury, many are starting to call “Selfie Elbow.”

(Selfie Elbow is pain in the elbow caused by holding ones arm fully extended and putting one’s wrist in an awkward position to snap pictures of oneself over and over – AKA taking “selfie” pics.)

This video still applies, however, whether the pain you’re starting to feel is in your elbow, wrist or fingers – And whether it’s related to typing, texting OR selfie taking using your computer, tablet OR smartphone.

Because it appears that Selfie Elbow is just another, newer form of Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow.

(Lateral Epicondylitis or Medial Epicondylitis, or better yet, Epicondylosis or Epicondylopathy)

The same principles apply to this “new” Overuse Injury as with other Repetitive Strain Injuries.

The story that sparked a viral media buzz storm on this topic this summer was broken by Elle on June 30th, 2016.

“Selfie Elbow” Is a Real Medical Thing Now

It focused on Hoda Kotb, (a journalist and co-anchor of NBC’s Today Show) who was complaining of elbow pain to her Doctor, (and perhaps on the show) who asked her if she was playing a lot of tennis or ping pong.

She said that she didn’t play those games but had been taking a lot of selfie pics!

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Selfie Elbow 101: What Is It And How Do You Treat It?

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Where you’ll also find video self-help home rehab programs for both Golfer’s and Tennis Elbow.

 

Platelet-Rich Plasma For Treating Lateral Epicondylitis: Does It Work? [Video]

Could Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy be a new Tennis Elbow treatment breakthrough? – Or is it actually an expensive, unproven fad, driven by rock star-athlete publicity and questionable medical studies?

It certainly looks like it could be a promising, new approach to stubborn, chronic tendon problems, but the answer may not be clear just yet…

Here’s my full, detailed article on PRP and Tennis Elbow

Addressing the following questions

Who Is Tennis Elbow Tutor?

If you’ve been browsing my site or watching the videos on my Tennis Elbow Classroom YouTube channel, you may be wondering “Who’s this ‘Tennis Elbow Tutor’ guy?… What does he know about treating Tennis Elbow?… And why should you listen to me?” (You might also be wondering, “What’s this bee-sting thing you keep mentioning?”)

My name is Allen Willette, and in this video I finally share the incredibly frustrating experience of my ‘Wrist Extensor Tenosynovitis’ injury 25 years ago, all my struggles and crazy attempts to recover from it…

New Golfers Elbow Self-Help Home Program

New Golfer’s Elbow Self-Help Home Treatment Program Now Available

How to permanently break your vicious cycle of Golfer’s Elbow pain at home with this new all-video, self-help treatment, stretching and exercise video program.

This detailed, HD video guide – (composed of 3 therapy techniques, 3 stretches and 3 exercises) – will help you finally overcome your “Medial Epicondylitis” – By specifically targeting and treating the root of the problem in your muscles and tendons…

Learn more about the Golfer’s Elbow Program here.

Yoga Injuries And Joint Hypermobility

Views from 5 Yoga experts on Yoga injury risks – Especially Elbow Hyperextension injuries in Hypermobile Women.

Source: storify.com

Allen Willette, of Tennis Elbow Classroom, explores some of the risks of Yoga-related injury; compiling advice and perspectives from five (+) Yoga authorities on avoiding elbow, wrist and other joint injuries while practicing Yoga – Especially of concern for hypermobile Women.

See on ScoopIt: Yoga Injuries And Joint Hypermobility

If you practice Yoga, and have a degree of joint Hypermobility, be careful that you don’t “Hyperextend” your elbows, especially in certain upper-body, weight-bearing positions.

This may be particularly important if you have Tennis Elbow – In which case, it might be wise to temporarily avoid these and a few other “extended elbow” poses. (Where you’re putting weight on your arms.)

If you have a tendency toward Hypermobility due to Ligament Laxity (looseness) it’s possible to damage your elbow joint by overstretching already lax ligaments.

Which “Gym” Exercises Should You Avoid When You Have Tennis Elbow?

Which upper-body strength-training exercises should you avoid, stop or modify when you have a Tennis Elbow injury?

Does it matter whether you use dumbbells or barbells? And is it better to do more ‘general’ exercises or be more ‘targeted’ and specific?

Can You Keep Working Out With Weights When You Have Tennis Elbow?

Should you continue to lift weights or do upper-body strength-training exercises if you have a Tennis Elbow injury?… What if was caused by weight lifting in the first place?

Why Isn’t Your Tennis Elbow Injury Healing?

VIDEO 4 In The “Two-Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorials” Series

If your Tennis Elbow hasn’t improved in several months or longer you’re probably wondering why it hasn’t healed by now – Or if it’s healing at all!…

Chances are, you’re finding out (the hard way, with great frustration!) it’s not enough to treat it drugs, ice, and braces – rest it a while – and expect it to heal, like they say…

The Two-Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorial Video Series

The Tennis Elbow Inflammation Fallacy Part 2: Proof It’s Not Inflammatory

VIDEO #3 In The “Two-Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorial” Series

Is your Tennis Elbow “Inflamed?” – Probably not. Here’s the proof Tennis Elbow is NOT an inflammatory condition, and why the inflammation-fighting treatment approach is a dead end, and may do you more harm than good.

Here’s part one of The Inflammation Fallacy

The Tennis Elbow Inflammation Fallacy: Why You Don’t Have To Fight It [VIDEO]

VIDEO #2 In The “Two-Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorial” Series

Inflammation: It’s the biggest #TennisElbow myth of all time! Here’s why you don’t have to chase, treat and worry about it – And why the inflammation-fighting approach is a dead end, and may do you more harm than good. Two-Minute Tutorial Video Intro

Will A Tennis Elbow Brace Help You HEAL? [Video]

A Two-Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorial Video

The issue is not whether braces, bands and other supports can relieve Tennis Elbow pain – Many treatments and remedies can temporarily relieve pain.

The real question is: Will wearing a support help your injury HEAL better and faster?

Two Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorial Video Series

I’m kicking off a new Tennis Elbow video series in a ‘Two-Minute Tutorial’ style.

Here’s the Two-Minute Tennis Elbow Tutorial playlist on my YouTube Channel

(Be sure to subscribe while you’re there to get the latest one right away.)

Tennis Elbow Healing: How Long Does It Take – Weeks, Months Or YEARS!?

Some Tennis Elbow injuries take just weeks to heal, while others take months – even years! And a quick search of medical websites reveals a wide range of “typical” recovery times, and no single, solid answer. Why is that?

Tennis Elbow Rehab: Concentric Vs. Eccentric Exercise [Video]

There’s a lot of talk lately about the benefits of ‘Eccentric Exercise’ in Tennis Elbow rehab – But can one type of muscle contraction be that much more effective? – Or is the eccentric approach just another “gimmicky” exercise fad?

Full article, video and podcast on Eccentric Exercise

Tennis Elbow Treatment: R.I.C.E. + Rest = Rust?

Does rest have any real value in treating your Tennis Elbow?

Treating Tennis Elbow: Rest Is Rust

You usually hear how important it is to rest it as much as you can “While it heals”

But the belief that healing will “just happen” in a nice, orderly fashion while you’re resting, hoping and waiting is often wishful thinking when it comes to tendon injuries like Tennis Elbow.

See the full post: How essential is rest in the treatment of Tennis Elbow? (Video and podcast)

And learn why “You should rest it!” is not necessarily very helpful advice when treating these tendon problems (especially since it’s often Tendinosis)…

Hopefully before you waste several months resting – only to find your injury is no better.

Video: Why You Don’t Need To Rest Your Tennis Elbow

Watch this video on my channel: Forget Rest When Treating Your Tennis Elbow

See the full post with video and podcast on rest and Tennis Elbow Treatment along with dozens more posts, podcasts and videos.

On Scoop.It: Other Tennis Elbow Treatment stories

Why Don’t The Pros Get Tennis Elbow?

The general perception seems to be that professional tennis players don’t get Tennis Elbow…

They definitely do – although it does seems to be a rarity, so perhaps the question is:

“Why do pros get Tennis Elbow much less frequently than amateurs do, considering how much tennis they play?”

VIDEO, Post and Podcast: Tennis Pros And Elbow Injuries – Do They Get Them?

Does Treating Tennis Elbow With Cortisone Shots – Do More Harm Than Good?

The Cortisone shot is the very definition of the “quick fix” when it comes to treating Tennis Elbow – It can often almost magically “disappear” pain, sometimes giving full relief in the short term. But at what cost…

Video on why Cortisone may not be such a good treatment for Tennis Elbow

Why Tennis Elbow Exercises Don’t Always Help

What If Tennis Elbow Exercises Don’t Work And They Only Make Your Elbow Pain Worse?

The essential exercises every Tennis Elbow sufferer needs are easy enough to learn – But it’s not always so easy to know when the right time is to do them.

If you begin your exercises at the right point in your healing process they should help your rehab and recovery from your Elbow Tendonitis…

BUT, if you do them at the wrong time they can all too easily aggravate your injury, cause you more pain and set you back in your recovery.

Read the full article with video on Tennis Elbow Exercises here (And over a dozen more articles and videos.)

The Best Treatment for Tennis Elbow?

What’s the best remedy or treatment for Tennis Elbow healing, pain relief and recovery?

You have your anti-inflammatory pills, ice therapy, braces and bands – then there are the Lotions, potions, and gimmick devices… And don’t forget the dreaded Cortisone shot!

The problem is that Tennis Elbow can be extremely, stubbornly resistant to nearly everything you throw at it: Conventional treatments, remedies and so-called cures alike – In other words, they’re often useless – Why is that?

More about treatment for Tennis Elbow including dozens of articles and videos.

For a complete, self-help video program to help you break the vicious Tennis Elbow cycle – and end the pain finally and forever, please visit Tennis Elbow Classroom

Treatment for Tennis Elbow: Braces – Bad Idea

Should you wear a brace as a treatment for Tennis Elbow?

There are all kind of braces, splints, wraps, straps and taping techniques often recommended to you when you have Tennis Elbow…

But I’m just going to tell it to you straight: I think the only these “supports” support most of the time is the revenue of those who make and sell them. (Notice the absence of ads for such things here.)

This video explains why they are not helpful (most of the time) – And how they can even slow your healing and recovery.

More about treatment for Tennis Elbow including dozens of articles and videos.

For a complete, self-help video program to help you break the vicious Tennis Elbow cycle – and end the pain finally and forever, please visit Tennis Elbow Classroom

Treatment For Tennis Elbow: Don’t Use Ice!

Should you use ice therapy as a treatment for your Tennis Elbow?

No, it’s actually not a good way to treat Tennis Elbow at all – This video reveals why, despite the “common wisdom” and ALL the advice by authorities and medical websites, ice is of no benefit to treating and healing your Elbow Tendonitis:

More about treatment for Tennis Elbow including dozens of articles and videos.

For a complete, self-help video program to help you break the vicious Tennis Elbow cycle – and end the pain finally and forever, please visit Tennis Elbow Classroom

What Is DeQuervain’s Syndrome?

Mothers and fathers get this thumb injury from picking up their babies… Gamers from their controllers… Cell phone users from too much texting – And let’s not forget percussionists, golfers and anglers!

You might think it’s just a SIMPLE case of Tendonitis but it’s actually a slightly more complicated tendon syndrome known as a ‘Tenosynovitis.’

In the case of De Quervain’s, one that involves two thumb tendons and the special wrappers called ‘Synovial Sheaths’ around them where they cross the wrist.

Podcast on De Quervain’s Sydrome

• TENO refers to the tendon – (Tendons are the “ropes” which connect muscles to bones)
• SYNOV refers to the Synovial Sheaths – (which are special protective tendon sleeves) and
• ITIS had to do with irritation, inflammation and pain – (although inflammation is not the primary issue and is often wrongly and unfairly blamed!)

Test yourself for it easily – If you have thumb pain but aren’t sure if it’s actually De Quervain’s Syndrome, try these three simple tests:

Three quick and easy tests you can do yourself for De Quervain’s

And for the full article, visit:

What Is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? AKA, Mommy Thumb Or Gamer’s / Texter’s Thumb [Article, Video]

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Three Simple Tests For De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis / Mommy Thumb

How do you know if you have De Quervain’s Syndrome?

De Quervain’s Syndrome is a form of Tenosynovitis also known as Mommy Thumb, Smartphone Thumb and Gamer’s Thumb. Just do these three simple tests. Article also discusses other possibilities.

First of all, if you have De Quervain’s Syndrome, the worst symptoms will be on the back side of your thumb right at your wrist.

You may also have some pain and stiffness an inch or so down the back side of your thumb – And / or an inch or so up your forearm.

But the sharpest pain is almost always felt on the thumb side of the wrist.

This article was originally featured on TennisElbowClassroom.com – For the full article with the three simple tests you can do to assess and diagnose yourself, please visit:

3 Quick Tests For De Quervain’s Syndrome Tenosynovitis

What Is Mother’s, Gamer’s or Texter’s Thumb?

Thumb pain: Mothers and fathers get it from picking up their babies… Gamers from their controllers… Smartphone users from too much texting – And let’s not forget percussionists, golfers and anglers!

It’s not a SIMPLE case of Tendonitis. It’s a more complicated tendon syndrome known as a ‘Tenosynovitis’ in this case, one that involves two thumb tendons and the special wrappers called ‘Synovial Sheaths’ around them where they cross the wrist.

• TENO refers to the tendon – (Tendons connect muscles to bones)
• SYNO refers to the Synovial Sheaths – (special protective tendon sleeves)
• ITIS had to do with irritation, inflammation and pain – (although inflammation is not the primary issue and is often wrongly and unfairly blamed – MORE on that later!)

Fritz De Quervain was a Swiss surgeon, who first described the condition about a century ago, and so it’s called ‘De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis.’

The Most Commonly Experienced Symptoms

The pain is felt on the back side of the thumb at the wrist (not the palm side) and it ranges from a dull ache to fiery, burning, even stabbing, pain with certain thumb and wrist motions.

• Pain at the base of the dorsal thumb (back side of wrist on thumb side)
• Stabbing pain with gripping and twisting motions (forget opening jars!)
• Tenderness to the touch around the dorsal, radial wrist (back, thumb side)
• Swelling / stiffness on the thumb side of the back of the wrist / lower forearm
• A “snapping” or “catching” sensation in the wrist area with thumb movement
• And fluid-filled cysts sometimes appear in this area at the same time

This article was originally featured on TennisElbowClassroom.com – For the full article please visit:

What Is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? AKA, Mommy / Gamer’s / Texter’s Thumb

Claudia’s Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story

“My Tennis Elbow, which I picked up from Kayaking, is now 99% cured thanks to Allen’s method. I can’t thank you enough!” – Claudia C.

Watch on YouTube here: Claudia’s Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story
Via Tennis Elbow Classroom

Here are my home treatment and exercise programs that Claudia is referring to:

► For Tennis Elbow: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/tennis-elbow/

► For Golfer’s Elbow: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/golfers-elbow/

Golfer’s Elbow Success Story – David S.

Watch on YouTube here: Golfer’s Elbow Success Story – David S.
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Alice’s Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story

Watch on YouTube here: Alice’s Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story
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What Are Tendons And How Do They Work?

A video about the science of tendons, including what they are, what they’re made of and how they’re injured, which is essential to understand for anyone recovering from a tendon-related injury, like Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow.

This article was originally featured on TennisElbowClassroom.com – For the full article please visit:

Tendons: What They Are And How They Work

Two Surgeons On Tennis Elbow: Why Surgery Is Rarely Needed

Two Orthopedic Surgeons, Luks and Berg, talk about Tennis Elbow: Its true nature, the risks of Cortisone Shots and why MRIs and surgery are rarely needed – A candid and revealing discussion!

This article was originally featured on TennisElbowClassroom.com – For the full article please visit:

Two Surgeons Talk Tennis Elbow

What’s The Best Way To Build Tendon Strength?

How do you build tendon strength?

In this video, an exercise expert explains the difference between ‘Muscle Protein Synthesis’ and ‘Collagen Synthesis’ and how they relate to tendon strengthening, an important distinction – especially for those who are recovering from a tendon injury like Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow.

This article was originally featured on TennisElbowClassroom.com – For the full article please visit:

What’s The Best Way To Build Tendon Strength?