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Tennis elbow is the most common cause of elbow discomfort. Tennis elbow is a tendon problem that most often occurs in patients who never play tennis.
Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow, also called lateral epicondylitis, is a common cause of elbow pain. The tennis elbow injury is a common cause of elbow pain often seen in tennis players and other active individuals.
Avoid Tennis Elbow Pain
Tennis elbow causes pain due to irritation of the extensor tendons of the elbow. These are the tendons often used when lifting objects. Learn how to avoid tennis elbow pain by lifting the right way.
Tennis Elbow Clasp
A tennis elbow brace is often an effective treatment for lateral epicondylitis. By altering the forces on the forearm muscles, the tennis elbow brace removes pressure from the affected area.

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