Need Tennis Elbow Treatment in Miami? We Can Help.
Tennis elbow is one of the most common reasons for elbow pain among active people in Miami Beach. Year round play in tennis, padel, and golf keeps forearms busy and sometimes overworked. The therapists at ASR Sports Medicine see this injury every week and use proven methods to help clients get back to their sport fast.
What Is Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow, called lateral epicondylitis by doctors, happens when the tendon that lifts the wrist becomes irritated. Small tears build up in the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon. Pain settles on the outside of the elbow and can travel down the forearm. Anyone who repeats wrist or grip motions can feel it, from racquet sport athletes to painters, carpenters, and keyboard users.
Why It Starts
Most cases grow slowly. Swing after swing or grip after grip puts steady strain on the tendon. The risk climbs with heavy topspin strokes in tennis, rapid padel volleys, long hours at the driving range, or even daily mouse work. A single hard pull can spark trouble, yet gradual overload is far more common.
Main Signs
People often notice sharp or dull pain on the outer elbow, weaker grip strength, and soreness when turning a key, shaking hands, or lifting a kettle. Swelling or morning stiffness can show up after long matches or workouts.
How ASR Sports Medicine Confirms the Problem
An ASR therapist starts with a talk about your sport, work tasks, and training volume. Hands on tests check tenderness, wrist strength, and movement quality. When needed, ultrasound or MRI rules out other injuries. This personal exam ensures treatment fits your goals and schedule.
Treatment Options in the Clinic
Dry Needling
Thin sterile needles reach tight spots in the forearm. This triggers fresh blood flow and new collagen growth inside the tendon. The result is less pain and better motion, especially when combined with exercise.
Shockwave Therapy
A handheld device sends acoustic waves into the sore area. These waves kick start tissue repair and calm long term inflammation. Sessions are quick and require no downtime, a plus for busy tennis and padel players.
Graston Technique
Polished steel tools glide over skin to loosen scar tissue and sticky fascia. Breaking up these restrictions restores smooth tendon glide and reduces pain during swings or lifts.
KT Taping
Elastic tape supports the elbow without blocking motion. It spreads load away from the injured tendon, lets athletes keep training, and eases swelling between sessions.
Exercise and Manual Care
Each client receives a clear plan that builds strength in the forearm and shoulder, stretches tight tissue, and retrains grip mechanics. Manual joint work frees stiff elbow and wrist joints. Education on grip size, string tension, and swing form cuts the chance of repeat injury.
Special Tips for Miami Beach Athletes
Padel adds fast overhead shots that stress the wrist. Focus on controlled follow through and regular rest days. Tennis backhands often cause trouble, so check grip pressure and string pattern. Golfers should monitor lead arm wrist position and use clubs matched to their build.
Prevention
Warm up with light wrist circles and gentle forearm stretches. Cross train with swimming or core work to share load across the body. Replace worn grips and choose equipment sized for your hand. At the first hint of elbow ache, scale back volume and start simple strength drills.
Ready to Move Pain Free
Tennis elbow does not need to sideline your season. Skilled care at ASR Sports Medicine combines dry needling, shockwave therapy, Graston work, KT taping, and targeted exercise to calm pain and rebuild strength. Book a consultation with ASR Sports Medicine in Miami Beach and return to the court, course, or beach with confidence.