Explore Non-Invasive Treatment Options for Persistent Elbow Pain

Are you experiencing pain when gripping, lifting, using a computer mouse or performing everyday activities?

You may be suffering from tennis elbow, medically known as lateral elbow tendinopathy.

At Shockwave Therapy Centre, we assess persistent elbow pain and offer focused shockwave therapy when clinically appropriate.

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What Is Tennis Elbow?

Tennis elbow is a tendon-related condition affecting the outer part of the elbow, commonly involving the wrist extensor tendons.

Despite its name, tennis elbow does not only affect tennis players. It can develop through repetitive gripping, lifting, manual work and other activities involving the forearm muscles.

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Common Symptoms

• Pain around the outside of the elbow

• Discomfort when gripping or lifting objects

• Pain when shaking hands

• Reduced grip strength

• Tenderness around the affected tendon

• Difficulty performing repetitive work or sporting activities

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How Does Focused Shockwave Therapy Work?

Focused shockwave therapy delivers acoustic pulses towards the affected tendon region.

Mechanical stimulation may influence local pain signalling and biological processes associated with tendon adaptation.

Research into shockwave therapy for tennis elbow has produced mixed results, and it is not consistently recommended as a first-line treatment.

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For selected patients with persistent symptoms, it may be discussed as one possible adjunct to rehabilitation.

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Why Is Rehabilitation Important?

Tennis elbow treatment usually includes a progressive program designed to improve tendon load tolerance and forearm strength.

Your clinician may recommend:

• Progressive wrist and forearm strengthening

• Modification of repetitive activities

• Ergonomic and workplace advice

• Gradual return to sport

• Education about pain and tendon loading​​

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What Happens During Treatment?

Following an assessment, the clinician identifies the affected tendon region and discusses whether focused shockwave therapy is suitable.

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If recommended, a coupling gel is applied and acoustic pulses are delivered using the focused shockwave applicator.

Temporary discomfort or soreness may occur during or after treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Can shockwave therapy help tennis elbow?

It may help some patients, but the research is inconsistent. A structured rehabilitation program remains an important part of treatment.

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• Is tennis elbow always caused by sport?

No. Tennis elbow is common among people performing repetitive gripping, lifting or forearm activities.

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• How long does tennis elbow take to recover?

Recovery varies. Persistent cases may require several months of progressive rehabilitation.

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Book an Elbow Pain Assessment

If elbow pain is affecting your work, sport or everyday activities, contact Shockwave Therapy Centre to discuss your options.

Shockwave Therapy Centre – Bli Bli, Sunshine Coast

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Phone: (07) 5441 6355