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Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)

The outer elbow hurts when you cock the wrist back or lift something
Why it happens

The tendons on the outside of the elbow become inflamed. It comes from activities that involve gripping while repeatedly twisting the wrist and forearm — not just tennis, but computer work, sewing, and playing instruments too.

How it feels
- Pain on the outside of the elbow
- Tenderness or swelling in the elbow
- Pain in the forearm
- Worse when lifting, bending, or gripping
- Difficulty extending the arm fully
How long it usually lasts

It usually improves with a few weeks of rest, but sometimes lasts over a year.

When to see a doctor

See a doctor if elbow pain continues after at least 2 weeks of rest and self-care.

Source: NHS (UK)
Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)

The inner elbow hurts when you curl the wrist in or grip
Forearm overuse syndrome

The whole forearm aches and grip strength fades quickly
Radial tunnel syndrome

A tingling ache just below the outer elbow, worse at night
Pronator teres syndrome

Repeated twisting leaves the front of the forearm tingling and the hand dull