Effective Tennis Elbow Treatments in Lafayette, LA (Shockwave, Chiropractic Care, and More)
If the outside of your elbow hurts when you grip, lift, twist a doorknob, use a mouse, or even brush your teeth—this episode is for you. Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a common overuse tendon issue, and it doesn’t just hit tennis players. Pickleball, manual labor, typing, painting, and repetitive gripping can all drive the same tendon irritation and micro-tearing pattern. Read the companion article here: https://drjustintrosclair.com/effective-tennis-elbow-treatments-in-lafayette-la-how-shockwave-therapy-chiropractic-care-and-more-can-relieve-your-pain
Episode Summary (What we cover)
Tennis elbow is pain coming from the tendons that attach to the outside of the elbow—commonly involving the forearm extensor tendons (often the ECRB) that get overloaded from repeated wrist extension and gripping. Over time, that strain can create microtears and a stubborn pain cycle.
In this episode, we walk through treatment options available at the Scoliosis Center of Louisiana—including shockwave therapy, cold laser, IASTM, chiropractic care, and kinesiology taping—plus the pros/cons of injections and surgery, and a simple home exercise plan to start today.
Quick Facts (From the Article)
- Tennis elbow affects approximately 1–3% of adults each year, especially people doing repetitive arm/grip work.
- It’s commonly seen in adults ages 30–50, though anyone can develop it.
- Pain is usually on the outer elbow and can radiate down the forearm, making grip and lifting difficult.
Treatment Options Discussed (Clinic + Conservative Care)
The article lists these options used in Lafayette, LA:
- Cold Laser Therapy: described as pain-free, intended to reduce inflammation and promote blood flow to support healing.
- Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): acoustic waves to stimulate healing and blood flow in injured tendons; highlighted as a strong non-invasive option for chronic cases.
- IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation): tools used to address scar tissue/adhesions and improve motion.
- Chiropractic Adjustments: aimed at improving overall biomechanics and reducing compensatory stress (including shoulder/wrist contributions).
- Kinesiology Taping: supportive taping to reduce strain and help you stay active while healing.
Mainstream Options (Injections & Surgery) — Honest Context
- Steroid injections may reduce pain short term, but repeated use may weaken tendons and worsen tendon degeneration over time.
- Surgery removes damaged tendon tissue but has real risks (infection, nerve damage, prolonged recovery), possible lingering pain/stiffness, and no guaranteed outcome—so it’s generally recommended to exhaust non-invasive options first.
Home Exercises (Start Here)
From the article: 1) Wrist Flexor Stretch Extend arm in front, palm up → gently pull fingers back → hold 20–30 seconds → repeat 3x per arm. 2) Wrist Extensor Stretch Extend arm, palm down → gently press on back of hand → hold 20–30 seconds → repeat 3x per arm. 3) Forearm Pronation/Supination Hold 1–2 lb weight, elbow at 90° → rotate palm up then down → 15 reps → 2–3 sets.
Patient Story Highlight
A 43-year-old tennis player reported improvement after cutting back play temporarily and doing weekly shockwave therapy plus kinesiology taping—feeling much better after four weeks and returning to tournaments pain-free (per the testimonial).
Next Step (If You Want Help in Lafayette)
The article invites you to schedule an appointment with Dr. Justin Trosclair at the Scoliosis Center of Louisiana for a personalized plan. Call now: 1 337 453 5199
Quick Medical Note
This episode is educational and not personal medical advice. If you have a major injury, severe swelling, rapidly worsening weakness, or new numbness/tingling into the hand, get evaluated promptly.
