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Limitless Mindset8 Tips for a Pain-Free ElbowYou never knew how important your elbow was to life until you messed it up, right?Elbows often don’t get the respect and care that they deserve as a joint upon which so much that we do hinges.The bad news is that elbow injury can be a vicious cycle of re-injury and deterioration lasting years or even decades. A slightly bothersome elbow micro-injury can be exasperated and develop into a costly full-blown injury. The mainstream advice and approach to elbow injury often make it worse, and the conventional wisdom of resting and immobilizing the e...2024-06-1317 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWhat Is Mommy Thumb? (Do You Have De Quervain's Tenosynovitis?)Thumb pain: Mothers and fathers get it from picking up babies… Smartphone users, gamers, percussionists, golfers and anglers get it, too! – But it’s not a SIMPLE case of Tendonitis. It’s a more complicated tendon syndrome known as 'De Quervain's Tenosynovitis’ – Here's what that is and how it develops2024-01-0114 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomCould Antibiotics Have Caused Your Tennis Elbow, Golfer’s Elbow Or Other Tendon Pain?‘Fluoroquinolone’ antibiotics are unfortunately notorious for causing tendon damage – including Golfer's and Tennis Elbow and, more seriously, Achilles Tendon ruptures. (Cipro being the most well-known and often prescribed drug in this class)2023-07-1519 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomCan You Heal A Tendon Tear Non Surgically? – With Golfer's Or Tennis ElbowHow some tendon tears (focusing on Tennis Elbow & Golfer's Elbow) can be healed with minimally-invasive alternatives like PRP, Stem Cell Injections, Tenex, TenJet etc – And, in some milder damage cases, possibly without any medical interventions, at all.2022-08-2816 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWhen Do You Need An MRI For Tennis Or Golfers Elbow? When should you consider getting an MRI if you have a Golfer’s or Tennis Elbow injury? Allen Willette from Tennis Elbow Classroom answers this question in this podcast episode. Which also covers several key, related questions including: Do I need an MRI to diagnose my Tennis or Golfer's Elbow? When is the right time to get an MRI scan – If at all!? What will the MRI tell me... what do the results actually mean? And are there any good alternatives? Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI for...2020-11-2117 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWhen Should You Get An MRI For Tennis Elbow Or Golfer’s Elbow?Should you get an MRI if you’ve been suffering from Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow for some time? – Do you need an MRI for diagnosis? When is the right time to ask for one, and once you've had it what do the results actually mean? (And are there any decent alternatives?)2020-11-1217 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomOvercoming Angler's Elbow: Fishing-Related Elbow Pain Why is it that casting, reeling and other fishing motions can sometimes end up causing a lot of inner or outer elbow pain – and sometimes even debilitating tendon injuries? In this episode Allen Willette, of Tennis Elbow Classroom, explains the underlying causes as well as how to treat these frustrating fishing-related elbow injuries. Including how to avoid the common mistakes that can impede your recovery and prolong your misery. "The pain sometimes begins with a whisper, like the gentle 'swish' of fly line through the misty, morning air…" "You star...2020-08-0820 minTennis Elbow ClassroomTreating & Beating Angler’s Or Fisherman’s Elbow – Inner Or Outer Elbow Pain & Injury From FishingHow does casting and reeling sometimes end up causing so much pain? Here's how to better understand and treat frustrating, painful fishing-related elbow overuse injuries, AKA, 'Angler's Elbow' - And avoid the common mistakes that can impede your recovery.2020-07-0920 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomTips On How To Sleep With Tennis And Golfer's Elbow Pain Why Tennis Elbow and Golfer's Elbow are so painful at night, and what you can do to help yourself sleep. One of the worst things about Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow is that it can sometimes hurt so much at night that it keeps you from sleeping. But even if your sleep isn't disrupted by pain, you may still be wondering why your elbow hurts so much first thing in the morning. In this podcast episode, Allen Willette from Tennis Elbow Classroom covers these two questions, as well as: What's th...2020-06-1510 minTennis Elbow Classroom3 Tips For Sleeping With Golfer’s & Tennis Elbow Pain: Best / Worst Arm Positions, Remedies, Etc.What's the best position to sleep in when you have Tennis or Golfer's Elbow? Should your elbow be straight or bent? Is it a good idea to wear a brace in bed or not? – (IS it actually possible to get a good nights sleep with a bad case of Tennis Elbow!?)2020-06-0210 min
When Science SpeaksBaxter Academy's Inspiring Team Tackles COVENT19 Ventilator ChallengeThe CoVent-19 Challenge The CoVent-19 Challenge is the creation of 13 anesthesiologists and advisors from Massachusetts General Hospital and the Boston-area who have come together to help overcome the ventilator supply crisis during the devastating the COVID-19 pandemic. As experts in mechanical ventilation and frontline workers fighting COVID-19, they seek to develop low-cost, rapidly manufacturable solutions to support heavily burdened modern medical facilities. CoVent’s goal is to close the gap between our actual resources and those in need around the world. The CoVent-19 Challenge is an open innovation 12-week Grand Challenge for engineers, innovators, designers, an...2020-05-3038 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomBeating Biker's Elbow Injuries Do You Have Inner or Outer Elbow Pain from Mountain Biking, Cycling or Motocross? Allen Willette discusses Biker's Elbow pain in this episode of the Tennis Elbow Classroom podcast. Whether you're a road cyclist, mountain biker, or motocross rider, this covers how biking can cause elbow and forearm pain – and injuries like Tennis and Golfer's Elbow… Including the perils and pitfalls in dealing with these injuries – As in the wrong way to treat them – (Which almost everyone unfortunately does, at first!)... And what you'll hopefully begin to see is a better...2020-03-0215 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomInterview With Pianist Andrew F. On Piano-Related Injuries For all you injured and hurting musicians – Especially pianists / keyboard players. https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/rsi/pianist-andrew-furmanczyk-interview/ In this episode I interview my first guest, Pianist Andrew Furmanczyk, a piano and music educator, who's been teaching piano 15+ years both online and off. He's also been on an incredible 14-year journey battling a Golfer's Elbow injury related to playing the piano... Andrew joins me to share his story, ponder the dilemma of injured piano players, in general, and to offer some suggestions to any musicians who are injured, in pain or wh...2020-01-131h 02Tennis Elbow ClassroomPianist Andrew Furmanczyk Shares His Golfer's Elbow Recovery Story And Offers Tips To Piano PlayersIn this podcast episode I interview Andrew Furmanczyk, a piano and music educator. Andrew joins me to share his Golfer's Elbow recovery story, ponder the dilemma of injured piano players, and offer treatment and prevention tips to hurting pianists or those who are concerned about potential pain and injury.2020-01-131h 02
Tennis Elbow ClassroomBeating Piano Tendinitis Injuries: Hand, Wrist And Elbow Pain As a piano or keyboard player is there anything worse than being injured – Especially if you're a pro musician? Painful injuries, like Tendinitis, DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – Even Golfer's and Tennis Elbow are the curse of so many pianists (and other musicians.) So, whether you're just starting to notice symptoms, like stiffness, tension and pain – (that may still resolve with rest)... Or you already have a full-blown injury that doesn't seem to respond to anything, at this point… This episode is dedicated to helping you better understand these incredib...2019-12-0217 minTennis Elbow ClassroomOvercoming Piano Related Pain: Finger, Wrist And Elbow Injuries (RSIs) — The Missing LinkAs a pianist, is there anything worse than being injured? Repetitive Strain Injuries are the bane of piano players worldwide: Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, DeQuervain's, CTS – as well as Golfer's and Tennis Elbow. Here's the missing link to treatment, in many cases.2019-11-2617 minTennis Elbow ClassroomThink Twice About That Tennis Elbow Brace!Should you use a brace to treat your Tennis Elbow? If so, what's the best kind – and when should you wear it? Although there's a time and place for supports, here's how they can potentially slow your Tennis or Golfer's Elbow recovery – and why you have to choose carefully if healing is your top priority!2019-11-1506 minTennis Elbow ClassroomDon't Ice Your Tennis Elbow! (Or Golfer's Elbow!)Should you use ice therapy to treat your Tennis Elbow? Actually, no! – "But what about the inflammation?… All the medical websites and authorities say I should ice my elbow to reduce inflammation, because it's Tendonitis! Could they all be wrong?" Hint: Inflammation isn't the problem.2019-11-1205 minTennis Elbow ClassroomWhy Cycling + Mountain Biking Causes Golfer’s Or Tennis Elbow And How To Treat ItOveruse Sports Injuries are common among all kinds of cyclists, hence terms like “Mountain Bikers Elbow” and “Motocross Elbow.” Here's how to treat and beat these injuries (which are usually Golfer's or Tennis Elbow, technically) including bike fit and alignment tips for various bike types!2019-10-1815 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomSwimmer's Elbow Does Swimming Help Or HURT Tennis Elbow? Let's talk about swimmer's, Golfer's and Tennis Elbow. Hi this is Allen Willette with the Tennis Elbow Classroom podcast. Whether you developed an injury swimming and think of it as “Swimmer's Elbow”… OR you developed a Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow injury some other way – but happen to love to swim… I'm guessing there are probably two or three key questions on your mind: First off: Is swimming bad for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow? – Does it cause or aggravate it? Se...2019-07-0209 minTennis Elbow ClassroomDoes Swimming Help Or HURT Tennis Elbow?Is swimming good or bad for Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow? (Does it cause or aggravate it?) And could swimming possibly be a good rehab exercise – Especially if swimming didn't cause it? (OR should you definitely stop swimming until your injury heals?)2019-06-2509 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomDo Topical Tennis Elbow Treatments Rub You The Right Way? Do Lotions, Creams And Sprays Help Your Tennis Elbow Heal? Lotions, sprays and medicated gels are often used to relieve the pain of Tennis and Golfer's Elbow... But can these topical remedies actually help your injured tendons heal – or are they more likely to just rub you the wrong way? This is Allen Willette with another episode of the Tennis Elbow Classroom podcast… And I certainly get it that when your Golfer's or Tennis Elbow is screaming bloody murder... And you can barely lift your coffee mug with...2019-06-1414 minTennis Elbow ClassroomIs Platelet-Rich Plasma Effective For Tennis Elbow?Could Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy be an effective, new Tennis Elbow treatment - A breakthrough, even? - Or is it actually an expensive, unproven fad, driven by rock star-athlete publicity and questionable medical studies?2019-03-0710 minTennis Elbow Classroom3 Key Ergo Tips For Computer-Related Wrist And Elbow PainDo you have Mouse Elbow?… Pain in your elbow, wrist or hand – due to your laptop, tablet or phone use? – Use these ten Ergonomic and self-help treatment tactics to break your computer-related pain and injury cycle! Including a video on 3 KEY Ergonomic Tips.2019-02-0411 min
Tennis Elbow Classroom3 Key Ergo Tips For Computer-Related Wrist And Elbow Pain Are You In Pain Because Of Your Computer? If your neck, shoulder, wrist or elbow is killing you, don't just pop another handful of pills or slap on some ice!… Here are three key tips on what to do about it – Especially if you have Computer Wrist or Mouse Elbow! This covers the three biggest ergonomic factors, as I see them – The 3 big "hacks" that have benefited me tremendously over the years with all the time I've spent on my computer, which is pretty substantial. I'll leave the 7 o...2019-01-2711 minTennis Elbow ClassroomSmashing The Tennis Elbow Inflammation Myth!Inflammation – It’s the ultimate sacred cow of Tennis Elbow! (A.K.A. Lateral Epicondylitis or Elbow Tendonitis) - And if you’re still treating, fighting or worrying about it – Here’s why you’re wasting your time. (What medical researches first started discovering DECADES ago.)2019-01-0507 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomGot Guitar Elbow? Don't Fret It! Can you develop Tennis or Golfer's Elbow from playing your guitar? (Or any other stringed instrument, for that matter?) Unfortunately, yes, all too easily... And whether you call it Guitar Elbow, "Guitar Tendonitis" or Guitar Tennis Elbow, this podcast episode is all about helping you get off on the right track, understanding and treating your Guitar-related pain or injury the right way. Regardless of whether it's affecting your fretting or your strumming hand – or whether it's your inner or outer elbow that's hurting – OR even if it's your wrist tendons that are screaming in pa...2018-10-1312 minTennis Elbow ClassroomGuitar Elbow – How Guitar Playing Causes Tennis Elbow And The Keys To Treating ItIf you have Guitar Elbow, don't fret it! Here's how to treat the real, underlying muscular causes of your injury – and keep playing your guitar, whether you have Tennis Elbow, Golfer's Elbow or a wrist or finger tendon injury.2018-09-3012 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomDo You Have Pickleball Elbow? If you play Pickleball and are starting to experience pain in your elbow area, look out! You may be coming down with a case of “Pickleball Elbow!” Hi, this is Allen Willette with the Tennis Elbow Classroom podcast, and I want to help you get off on the right track, understanding and treating your Pickleball injury whether it's your inner or outer elbow that's hurting – and whether it's Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow. Because, if you have a tendon injury in your elbow area, it's most likely going to end up bei...2018-07-1510 minTennis Elbow ClassroomWhat Is Pickleball Elbow And How Do You Treat It?Is there such a thing as Pickleball Elbow or is your Pickleball injury pain likely either Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow? – Learn the right way to treat and heal it yourself, either way – And discover why the standard treatments of pills, shots, ice, braces and creams are NOT the answer!2018-06-1810 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomDry Needling For Tennis Elbow Dry Needling is a treatment for Tennis Elbow, Golfer's Elbow and other conditions that involves repeatedly sticking a needle into tissues (usually muscles or tendons) which are not healing properly in the hopes 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 – (which is used in this case to penetrate the tissues but without injecting anything)... OR it can be an Acupuncture needle, which is often referred to...2018-05-1710 minTennis Elbow ClassroomTopical Tennis Elbow Treatments: Will They Rub You The Right Way?Lotions, creams, sprays and medicated anti-inflammatory gels are often used to treat Tennis and Golfer's Elbow symptoms – But can these topical remedies help you heal your injured tendons – Or are they just going to rub you the wrong way?2018-04-2914 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomThe 3 Key Principles Of Tennis Elbow Rehab Exercise Are you looking for which exercises to do when you have Tennis Elbow – And which exercises are best? You're in the right place – But let me ask you this, first: Are you sure it's the right time to begin those exercises? Because, I have to tell you, there IS a right time and a wrong time to begin your Tennis Elbow rehab exercises! And I'd to help you avoid the common mistake of starting them at the wrong time – Or in the wrong order, because it can make a huge difference to you...2018-04-0511 minTennis Elbow ClassroomDry Needling For Tennis Elbow: Who Needs The Needle?Dry Needling refers to two techniques used to treat Tennis Elbow and Golfer's Elbow. One uses Acupuncture Needles to treat Trigger Points in muscles, and the other uses Hypodermic Needles to stimulate a healing response in dysfunctional tendons.2018-03-2410 minTennis Elbow ClassroomCortisone Shots For Tennis Elbow: Biggest Mistake You Can MakeProffered as THE quick fix cure for Tennis Elbow, research suggests Cortisone injections are highly effective for treating elbow tendon pain – But only in the short term! – In the long term it's all bad news, unfortunately. Learn why these shots should be avoided at all costs.2018-02-2508 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomIs Acupuncture Effective For Treating Tennis Elbow? Is Acupuncture an effective treatment when it comes to encouraging the healing process of Tennis Elbow?... Or is it simply a way to temporarily relieve some of the pain and other symptoms of Tennis and Golfer's Elbow? Allen Willette tackles this question in this episode of the Tennis Elbow Classroom podcast. There does seem to be evidence that Acupuncture can reduce the pain of Tennis Elbow... Acupuncture can generally alleviate many kinds of pain, after all. And, in that sense, it's certainly a much safer, healthier choice...2018-02-1108 minTennis Elbow ClassroomCan Acupuncture Help Your Tennis Elbow Heal?Is Acupuncture an effective treatment when it comes to encouraging Tennis Elbow healing – Or is it simply a good, safe, non-toxic way to temporarily relieve the symptoms? (Evidence suggests it may help relieve the pain – But the big question is “Will Acupuncture help you heal?”)2018-02-0308 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWho Are The True Tennis Elbow Experts? 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. Here's the link to the article if you'd like to read along: Full Article: Who Are The REAL Authorities On Tennis Elbow Treatment?...2017-08-0407 minTennis Elbow ClassroomWho Are The Real Experts In Treating Tennis Elbow?Who are the true experts and authorities when it comes to Golfer's and Tennis Elbow treatment? Are they Doctors? Surgeons? Physical Therapists? (Or could they be the practitioners who work on muscles and tendons by hand?)2017-07-2707 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomTennis Elbow Supplements: Helpful For Healing Or Waste Of Money? Are there any supplements, including vitamins or herbal remedies for Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow that will help relieve your pain and support your healing process or are they a complete waste of time and money? It's a question I'm often asked by my members in the forum – and in my practice treating Tennis Elbow sufferers directly. Many people want to avoid toxic anti-inflammatory pills – for very good reasons, and they're looking for natural alternatives for both pain relief AND to support their healing process. The problem is that desperate Tennis and...2017-07-1813 minTennis Elbow ClassroomTennis Elbow Supplements And Vitamins: Help You Heal Or Waste Of Money?Herbs, nutrients, collagen, fish oil, omega 3s – What about Glucosamine and MSM? Here are the only two Vitamins you'll likely need to help heal your Golfer's or Tennis Elbow and why the rest are useless junk and a total waste of your money!2017-07-0113 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWhy Self Massage Is Key When Treating Your Own Tennis Elbow Discover why advanced Massage Therapy techniques are the best way to treat your own Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow injury. Learn about the most powerful self-massage methods to use from a professional Neuromuscular Therapist, who treats these injuries every day. Here's a quote from the episode: I truly believe Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques are the “Missing Link” when it comes to treating the true, underlying causes of Tennis Elbow… And reversing that stubborn, vicious injury cycle that few things can touch. (Literally, few things TOUCH at ALL, except, possibly in the...2017-06-1112 minTennis Elbow ClassroomTennis Elbow, The Importance Of Self Massage And The Best MethodsLearn why Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques are the best way to treat your own Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow, and discover the most powerful self-massage methods to use – Straight from an experienced, professional Neuromuscular Massage Therapist, who treats these injuries every day.2017-04-2612 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomHow Is Lateral Epicondylitis Treated In Physical Therapy? If you have Tennis Elbow and go to see your Doctor for diagnosis and treatment, it's very likely that you'll be given a prescription for Physical Therapy treatments. But, the question is: How likely are those treatment to help you fully recover? (Or to at least to put you well on your way to healing and recovery in a reasonable period of time.) And what if you've already been through a series of visits and it didn't help you – What do you do NOW? There's no doubt that Physical or...2017-04-1512 minTennis Elbow ClassroomPhysical Therapy In The Treatment Of Tennis Elbow – How Effective Is It?Why clinical Physical Therapy treatments often don't help Tennis Elbow sufferers recover - The typical P.T. 'Modalities' involved, and the key part that's often missing - And how you can do your own rehab more effectively at home!2017-04-0512 minTennis Elbow ClassroomHow Long Does Tennis Elbow Take To Heal?How long does it take to fully recover from a Tennis Elbow injury? Some injuries seem to only take weeks to heal, while others take months or even years – Why is that?... And is there a way to speed up your healing process?2017-03-2906 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomIt's Tennis Elbow Season! Warning Signs Of Tennis And Golfer's Elbow It's that time of year again when many people get back out on the tennis courts and golf courses and start swinging, volleying, chipping and driving! Many call it spring – but I call it Tennis Elbow Season! Sure, you can develop Tennis or Golfer's Elbow at any time – Regardless of whether you play tennis or golf or not. But there IS a certain time of year – (especially in the colder climates) when many start gardening, paddling, pitching and playing tennis again after a long...2017-03-1214 minTennis Elbow ClassroomLook Out! It's Tennis Elbow SeasonIt's that time of year again... T-shirts, tee times and tennis rackets – Most call it spring – but it's also Tennis Elbow Season! Here are the early warning signs of Tennis Elbow to watch for, what to do if you start feeling them – And how seriously to take them.2017-03-0614 minTennis Elbow ClassroomSurgery For Tennis Elbow: How Do You Know When It's Time?If you have a stubborn, chronic case of Golfer's or Tennis Elbow, when is it 'time' to start thinking about surgery? – Here are five key things to consider, including whether you're a good candidate, the risks, recovery time and whether you've "tried everything!"2017-02-0417 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomSurgery For Lateral Epicondylitis: How Do You Know When It's Time? When you have an extremely stubborn, chronic case of Medial or Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis or Golfer's Elbow injury)... And you've been struggling with for it months - possibly even years! When should you realistically start to consider surgery as an option? How do you know if you're a good candidate for a surgical procedure or not? When is it time to abandon more conservative measures? (Not an easy question for anyone who considers surgery a last resort!) I hope this episode helps you in your...2017-02-0317 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomTennis Elbow Treatment Strategy - Tennis Elbow 101 In the previous episode 'Epicenter At The Epicondyle' we talked about the nature of Golfer's and Tennis Elbow injuries… Including how the injury is almost always a gradual, chronic one – Not sudden and acute… And how the problem is one of Degeneration – Not inflammation. How it's really Tendinosis not Tendonitis. And THAT calls for a completely different treatment approach! So, now we're going to map out that strategy, which is going to focus on the big objective, of reversing the tendon degeneration. And here's the link to the arti...2017-02-0217 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomEpicenter At The Epicondyle - Tennis Elbow 101 In this episode we get to the heart of the matter: The nature of the injury to the tendons. I call it the "Epicenter" because it's the center of the Tennis Elbow Or Golfer's Elbow injury and pain, and the area with the worst damage – Much like an earthquake. Get The Tennis Elbow 101 Video Course This podcast episode is part of a mini series, which is taken from my video course, Tennis Elbow 101. This episode is audio only – But if you'd prefer to watch the videos instead, (and to get...2017-01-2516 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomThe Muscular Causes Of Tennis And Golfer's Elbow - Tennis Elbow 101 What causes Golfer's Elbow and Tennis Elbow? What's the insidious process by which repetitive motions, (whether related to work, tennis, golf or gardening) end up injuring you and causing you so much pain? In this episode we talk about the central role muscles play in causing the injury. (It's no small part!) First of all, Golfer's Elbow and Tennis Elbow are muscle AND tendon injuries… And although the tendon is where the most serious part of the injury is – (And what essentially defines the injury) let's make sure we under...2017-01-2113 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWhy Is Tennis Elbow So Challenging? - Tennis Elbow 101 Tendon injuries like Golfer's Elbow and Tennis Elbow are notorious for not healing easily or well – But why is that the case? Why are they often so stubborn and challenging to recover from? (This is the big picture view, which we'll build on in later episodes – Honestly, I think I'm a little long-winded in this one!) Get The Tennis Elbow 101 Video Course This podcast episode is part of a mini series, which is taken from my video course, Tennis Elbow 101. This episode is audio only – But if you'd prefer to watch...2017-01-1917 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomThe Tennis Elbow Classroom Treatment Strategy Do you have a Tennis Elbow treatment plan? A consistent strategy based on how to – And just as importantly – How NOT to treat it? Here's one based on straight-forward principles of healing and my decade-plus experience successfully treating Golfer's and Tennis Elbow sufferers. Unfortunately, the typical Tennis Elbow treatment protocol tends to be overly focused on alleviating symptoms – Not on healing. (And we always have to remember they are not the same thing – Sometimes they are mutually exclusive.) If you completely heal your injury there should be no more pain – b...2016-09-2207 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomSelfie Elbow: A Painful, New Injury? (Yes And No) Is your arm or elbow starting to hurt from taking large numbers of selfies? You may have the latest Tech Injury, many have begun 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 podcast episode still applies, though, whether you're starting to feel pain in your elbow, wrist or fingers – And whether it's related to typing, texting OR selfie taking using your com...2016-09-1408 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomPlatelet Rich Plasma For Treating Tennis Elbow In this podcast Allen Willette from Tennis Elbow Classroom discusses the pros and cons of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy in the treatment of Golfer's and Tennis Elbow. Including: Whether there's any evidence PRP is an effective treatment, (based on medical studies) Whether it's worth the price – and the pain afterward (also sometimes during the procedure) And whether there are any better alternatives (other approaches to achieving the same goals.) What is Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy? PRP (and its less-sophisticated relative, Autologous Blood Injection) are in-office, minimally-invasive “non-surgical” procedures that begin by having a small...2016-09-0110 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomDo Golfers Get Tennis Elbow? Do Golfers also get Tennis Elbow? Yes, quite often, in fact. Curiously, a glance at golf magazine websites, medical studies and surveys suggests that not only do golfers get Tennis Elbow, they actually suffer this injury more often than Golfer's Elbow! (Although, statistically, there are many more cases of both injury types among people who don't play tennis or golf!) In this podcast Allen Willette, 'Tennis Elbow Tutor' covers these related questions and more: What's the difference between Tennis and Golfer's Elbow? How and where do golfers develop this injury...2016-08-1507 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomPlaying Tennis With A Tennis Elbow Injury Is it completely necessary to stop playing tennis or golf when you have a Tennis Elbow injury? – Or can you "play through it" IF you’re careful? And if you decide to take time off to focus on healing and rehab, when is it safe to start playing again? The good news is, although it’s probably always wiser to take time off, it is entirely possible to keep playing and still recover, with two caveats: As long as your injury isn’t TOO severe, And… You do the right things to treat it i...2016-08-1314 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomAvoid These Exercises When You Have Tennis Elbow Which upper-body exercises should you avoid, stop for the time being or modify when you have a Tennis Elbow injury? Should you use dumbbells or is it better to use barbells? What about muscle isolation; is it better to do more general exercises and avoid getting too specific? In this episode, Allen Willette from Tennis Elbow Classroom covers the following strength-training / weight-lifting questions and concerns: General Thoughts On Exercising While You’re Injured Barbells Vs. Dumbbells (And Kettlebells) Does It Matter? Basic Types Or Classes Of Exercise To Avoid – And Why – All-Or...2016-08-0914 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWorking Out Wisely With Tennis Elbow Should you continue working out with weights or doing any kind of upper-body strength-training exercise if you have Tennis Elbow? Does it make any difference what originally caused your injury? – Whether it was originally caused by: Weight lifting in the first place? From playing tennis or golf? From computer use? OR from heavy, physical work? Allen Willette from Tennis Elbow Classroom, answers these and other Tennis Elbow related exercise questions in this episode. Your needs will vary, depending on whether your injury originates from low-intensity / high duration work, like computing… Me...2016-08-0709 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomSmashing The Tennis Elbow Inflammation Myth! What's the first thing they tell you to do when you have Tennis Elbow? "Reduce" the inflammation – Right? Well, here's why you can forget all about that!… Inflammation the biggest Tennis Elbow fallacy of all time – And you don't actually have to chase, treat or worry about it. In-depth post, video and podcast here: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/what-is-tennis-elbow-1/tennis-elbow-tendonitis-inflammation-myth/ Here's why you don’t have to put up with the stomach-churning pills, the constant icing and the damaging Cortisone shots… Why the inflammation-fighting, reducing / "managing" approach t...2016-08-0507 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomHow Long Does It Take To Recover From Tennis Elbow? How long does it take to fully recover from a Tennis Elbow injury? Some injuries seem to only take weeks to heal, while others take months or even years – Why is that? And is there a way to speed up your Tennis or Golfer's Elbow healing process? Full, detailed post with video and podcast: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/tennis-elbow-treatments/how-long-to-heal-tennis-elbow/2016-08-0306 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomWhat Are The Best Exercises For Tennis Elbow? To make a full recovery from your Tennis Elbow injury you’ll need several key strengthening / rehab exercises. And in this episode, I cover the three best exercises for Tennis Elbow, which one(s) you should start with, and how taking a more indirect approach may be the best way to ease into your rehab. Because, for some Tennis Elbow sufferers, taking the direct approach that's most often recommended (starting with “pure” wrist extension) is an invitation to more struggle and aggravation. See my full-length post with video for more on Tennis...2016-07-3005 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomThe Goals Of Tennis Elbow Rehab Exercises What exactly are the goals of Tennis Elbow rehab exercises? There are three key things you’re trying to accomplish with resistance exercise when recovering from a Tennis Elbow tendon injury, whether it’s Tendinosis, Tendonitis or a tendon tear: Muscle strengthening Tendon remodeling And tendon healing In this podcast we look at each of these important Tennis Elbow exercise goals in detail. And for the article please visit: Full article on Tennis Elbow Rehab Goals2016-07-3009 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomAre Eccentric Exercises The Best Way To Rehab Tennis Elbow? There’s a lot of talk about the idea of using ‘Eccentric Exercise’ in Tennis Elbow rehab – But can one type of muscle contraction be that much more effective in your tendon healing? Or is the eccentric approach (and the “FlexBar” rubber bar device often used to perform it) just another exercise fad? (An ‘Eccentric’ contraction is the controlled lengthening of a muscle against resistance – Vs. the ‘Concentric’ contraction, where the muscle shortens.) Based on several medical studies, there is evidence to back up the idea that Eccentric muscle contractions may (in some cases) be supe...2016-07-2906 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomTennis Elbow Rehab Exercise Timing The exercises you need for Tennis Elbow rehab are easy enough to learn – The hard part is knowing when to do them. When done at the right time, exercises should help your recovery – But, done at the wrong time, they can make your injury worse, unfortunately! Is the right approach to: Rest for some weeks before starting exercises? Do you need to wait for inflammation to go down first? Or is it best to just jump right in and start them anytime? For more, check out the full article with video on:2016-07-2806 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomDo You Really Need To Rest Your Tennis Elbow? When it comes to Tennis Elbow treatment advice, you almost always hear how important it is to “Rest it as much as possible while it heals!” But, unfortunately, the idea that healing will “just happen” while you’re resting, hoping and waiting is a major misconception when it comes to tendon injuries. Learn why “You should rest it!” is not very useful advice when treating tendon problems like Tennis Elbow (especially if it’s Tendinosis, which it often is)… Hopefully, before you waste several months resting only to find the pain just as bad when y...2016-07-2206 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomCortisone Shots For Tennis Elbow: Think Twice! Corticosteroid Injections: Powerful Medicine - But At What cost? In the treatment of Tennis Elbow, the Cortisone shot is the go-to quick fix, often instantly erasing pain, almost like magic – But at what cost? Do Corticosteroid injections offer any tangible, lasting benefits to the healing process of your Tennis Elbow? Or is Cortisone a damaging mistake – little more than a deceptive mirage lulling you into a false sense of well being – until the illusion dissolves with your next relapse? Here are the key points you need to know if you’re...2016-07-2008 minTennis Elbow ClassroomSelfie Elbow: A Painful, New Injury? (Yes And No)Does your elbow hurt from taking too many selfie pics? (And texting or using your ipad?) You may have a "new" type of Tech Injury, many are starting to call "Selfie Elbow" – But, is this Selfie Elbow really a new medical condition, or is it just the repetitive actions causing it that are new? (Hint: It's actually Tennis Elbow – So, let's treat that!)2016-07-1008 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomHow A Brace Can Slow Your Tennis Elbow Recovery Although it may be recommended by your Doctor, there are several key reasons why a support, brace or splint may NOT be a sensible treatment for your Tennis Elbow after all. Unless pain relief in the short term is a higher priority for you than healing and recovery in the long term. This is an important question we often neglect to consider in the rush of doing something to ease the pain: Will it actually help our injury heal? - Or is it just going to help it feel better temporarily? Ye...2016-07-0506 min
Tennis Elbow ClassroomShould You Ice Your Tennis Elbow? Should you use ice, "Cryotherapy" or the RICE Protocol to treat your Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow? Actually, no – Despite what many experts and authorities claim – Learn why icing does NOT help your tendon injury heal and how this treatment can actually slow your recovery instead of aiding it. Full article on Ice and Tennis Elbow 2016-07-0105 minTennis Elbow ClassroomDo Golfers Get Tennis Elbow?A look at golf magazine websites, medical studies and surveys, suggests that golfers not only get Tennis Elbow, they actually suffer this condition more often than Golfer's Elbow! (Why is Tennis Elbow a more common golf injury?)2015-08-0707 minTennis Elbow ClassroomCan You Keep Playing Tennis If You Have Tennis Elbow?Is it really necessary (for the sake of healing) to stop playing tennis or golf when you have Tennis Elbow?... Or is it sometimes okay to "play through it" IF you’re careful? – (And, if you do need to take time off from the court or course, when is it safe to start playing again?)2014-08-3114 minTennis Elbow ClassroomExercises To Avoid If You Have Tennis ElbowWhich upper-body strength-training exercises should you avoid, stop or modify when you have a Golfer's or Tennis Elbow injury? - Should you use dumbbells or barbells? What about muscle isolation? Is it better to do more 'general' exercises or be more 'targeted' and specific?2014-08-0214 minTennis Elbow ClassroomShould You Still Work Out If 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 that injury was caused by weight lifting in the first place? (Or what if it was from playing tennis or golf - Or computer use OR heavy physical work?)2014-07-2409 minTennis Elbow ClassroomIs Eccentric Exercise The Best Way To Rehab Tennis Elbow?Is Eccentric Exercise the latest, greatest thing in Tennis Elbow rehab? And is the “rubber bar” device used to do it an essential tool in Tennis Elbow treatment, Physical Therapy and self-help exercise programs – OR just another hyped-up gimmicky fad you don't really need?2013-07-0705 minTennis Elbow ClassroomWhat Are The Best Tennis Elbow Exercises?The three best exercises for Tennis Elbow rehabilitation, which ones to begin strengthening with – and how taking the “Indirect Approach” may be the smartest way to start your rehab program safely and effectively!2013-03-0605 minTennis Elbow ClassroomShould You Rest Your Tennis Elbow?They usually say “You should rest it” when you have Tennis Elbow, but this may not be the best treatment advice. Learn why tendons need a lot more than just rest and "R.I.C.E." – And why they don't necessarily heal themselves while you're resting, hoping and waiting!2013-02-1506 minTennis Elbow ClassroomThe Goal Of Tennis Elbow Rehab ExercisesThere are three essential goals to exercise when rehabilitating from a Tennis Elbow injury, but is there a perfect exercise formula? And should exercise really be your top priority when treating your Tennis Elbow?2013-01-3009 minTennis Elbow ClassroomWhen Should You Begin Tennis Elbow Rehab Exercises?Exercises for Tennis Elbow are easy enough to learn – The hard part is knowing when to do them. Done at the right time, exercises should help your recovery – But, done at the wrong time, they can make your injury worse.2012-05-2006 min