Creator: Dr. Reeja Tharu
Keywords: Tennis Elbow, diagnose, examination, pressure, X-ray, doctor, neck, cause, problem

Written by Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D
Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 03, 2008

How can we diagnose Tennis Elbow ?

Examination of the effected elbow will usually reveal tenderness and discomfort when pressure is applied to this area.

X-ray may help to determine the problem.

The doctor may also examine your neck, as this may be the cause, or part of the problem.

Published on Apr 01, 2008
Last Updated on Apr 03, 2008

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