Dr. Saleem uses a thorough diagnostic process, including:

• Patient History: Discussing the patient’s activity levels, including any repetitive motions that may have caused the injury, and assessing symptoms like pain and tenderness on the outer elbow.
• Physical Examination: Conducting specific tests such as the Cozen’s test or Mill’s test to evaluate pain during certain movements and determine the severity of the injury.
• Imaging: In some cases, Dr. Saleem may use ultrasound or MRI to confirm the diagnosis and assess the condition of the tendons.

Treatment Options

Dr. Saleem offers a range of both non-surgical and, in severe cases, surgical options for treating tennis elbow:

• Non-Surgical Treatments:

  • Rest and Activity Modification: Recommending a break from activities that aggravate the condition.
  • Physical Therapy: Specific exercises to strengthen the forearm muscles, improve flexibility, and promote healing.
  • Anti-Inflammatory Medications: To reduce pain and swelling in the affected area.
  • Bracing or Supports: Wearing a forearm brace to relieve stress on the tendons.
  • Corticosteroid Injections: In some cases, injections may be used to reduce pain and inflammation.

• Surgical Treatment: If conservative treatments fail, Dr. Saleem may recommend:

  • Tendon Repair Surgery: Removing damaged tendon tissue and reattaching the healthy tendon to the bone, typically using minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques.