Tennis elbow brace

A tennis elbow brace is a strap with a small pad in it. You fasten the brace with Velcro. The pad should press on the tendon attachment (the painful spot) at the elbow. A tennis elbow brace gives the tendons rest, promotes blood flow, and thus recovery.

A tennis elbow brace is used in the treatment of a tennis elbow, also known as a tennis elbow.

How a tennis elbow brace works

A brace for a tennis elbow can provide a lot of relief during daily activities. Due to the pressure the brace's pad applies to the arm, the tendons get rest. At the same time, blood circulation is stimulated.

Stimulation of blood flow mainly occurs when you move your hand and arm. That is why you should keep the brace on during your daily activities. Good blood flow promotes recovery. With a tennis elbow brace it may be possible to continue to work and play sports.

Using a tennis elbow brace

Place the pad of the brace exactly on the painful spot. This is where the tendon is causing symptoms. Tighten the brace as firmly as possible by pulling the Velcro strap. The tighter the brace, the better it works. Make sure you do not develop tingling in your hand and fingers due to a constricted arm. If this happens, simply tighten the brace a bit less.

Wear the tennis elbow brace during the day when doing daily activities, work, and sports. Remove it at night. At night the brace has no function because you mostly lie still and do not move your arms much.

Types of tennis elbow braces

There are many types and sizes of tennis elbow braces. The expensive braces are not always better than the cheaper ones. Their function is essentially the same. The price can depend on the quality of the material, durability, design, and hygiene (hygiëne).

Comfort is the most important factor. The brace often sits in the elbow crease. As a result, the brace sometimes feels uncomfortable and people start moving it. If you move the brace, its effect is lost and you might as well not wear one. A narrower brace is often best in that case. It causes the least interference when bending the elbow.

Contact a physical therapist to help you find the right brace.