Lateral Epicondylitis Prevention
Is it possible to prevent Lateral Epicondylitis? Read what the medical community suggests for prevention methods in the condition center at ThirdAge.com.
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How to Prevent Lateral Epicondylitis
To reduce your risk of getting tennis elbow:
- Keep your arm muscles strong so they can absorb the energy of sudden physical stress.
- After a short warm-up period, stretch out your arm muscles.
- Learn the proper technique for activities that require forearm motion.
- If you play tennis, ask a tennis specialist to check your:
- Technique for hitting the ball, especially your backhand
- Racket size, tension of racket strings, and composition of the racquet frame
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