Tricep Tendonitis

Tricep Tendonitis

Tricep tendonitis is inflammation of the triceps tendon in the back of the elbow. Tendonitis is by definition inflammation of the tendon, caused by an overload. Put simply, the tendon has been injured at a rate higher than it is able to heal and thus it has become inflamed, swollen and sore.

Treatment of tendonitis is always multi-faceted. The most important part of the treatment is to identify where the overload came from. If it was a large overhead painting job that has now be completed then this is now less important, but if the overload has come from prolonged desk use with a poorly set up mouse or keyboard, or a modified tennis serve, then this is an important to address. No amount of physiotherapy can unload a tennis swing with excessive top spin, and multiple heavy training’s and games per week!

Treatment of the tendonitis itself may include splinting or taping for temporary immobilisation, ultrasound, soft tissue release, and specific strengthening exercises to help settle the pain and inflammation. We may also recommend a formal review of sporting technique, particularly changes to tennis serves,  trialing different keyboards/ mouse set ups, standing desks, modification of/monitoring height etc to unload the upper limbs and restore good ergonomics.

City Physio & Sports Injury Centre has been providing musculoskeletal physiotherapy in the MLC Centre for over 30 years. Our team are expertly trained in providing detailed full-body assessments and delivering personalised treatment for musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, headaches, neck and back pain. Book your appointment online here