
Tel:01706 869025
emma.shires2@circlehealthpartners.co.uk
www.fixmyshoulder.co.uk

Mr Robin Seagger
MBBS MSc FRCS
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Shoulders Elbows and Sports Injuries
Tennis Elbow TOPAZ
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Aim:
To reduce lateral elbow pain due to extensor tendon degeneration
Dressing:
Reduce bandage and wound check at 10 days. Dry dressing as required
Restrictions:
NO NON STEROIDAL ANTI INFLAMATORIES FOR 8 WEEKS
0-3 days:
Ice and rest
Gentle range of motion within dressing
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1-2 weeks:
Active range of motion as pain allows
Elbow extension against gravity- above head
Gentle passive stretches
Avoid strenuous activity
Educate to lift with palm up utilising flexors
Light grip strength exercises
2 weeks +:
NO NSAIDs
Normal activity as tolerated
Avoid heavy lifting
6 weeks:
Return to sports if asymptomatic
Sports:
6 weeks- swimming
3 months- racquet sports, weights at gym
Work:
Sedentary jobs- 1- 2 weeks
Manual jobs- 4-6 weeks as pain allows
Driving:
7-10 days as able with dressing/bandage