Epicondylitis Treatment

• Stretching is a very important part of your treatment. 
• It is a way you can help yourself get better, however you may feel some pain or pulling. 
• Remember stretching is passive and you should not contract the muscle on the side you are stretching. 
• Stretching should be done even after the pain has resolved especially before & after activities. 
• Full pain relief may take a long time and 6 months is not unusual. 

 

Lateral Epicondylitis Stretching

1.    Elbow in full extension
2.    Stretch ____ times
3.    Do ____ sets per day
4.    Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds

*  It is important to lift with the palm up and elbow flexed if possible.

* Use the counter force strap
 

 

 

Medial Epicondylitis Stretching

1.    Elbow in full extension
2.    Stretch ____ times
3.    Do ____ sets per day
4.    Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds

* Use the counter force strap

 

 

 

 

 

 

Counterforce Strap