In most cases, I advise non-operative treatment  for at least 3-6 months before surgery because tennis elbow usually is self-limited. Pain relief is the main goal. Treatment includes 1. activity modification, 2. the use of braces, 3. stretching, and strengthening. The newest trend is using Eccentric strengthening exercises--I have attached an article as well as an instructional video below.

 The application of ice to the outside part of the elbow is often helpful too, and you may need to take acetaminophen or an anti-inflammatory medication for pain relief. A cortisone shot is often very helpful at the 1st office visit as well. Also--wearing a static wrist splint during the day and at night for 4-6 weeks may be helpful--even more so thatn a "tennis elbow strap".

Symptoms should improve significantly within six to twelve  weeks. Non-operative treatment is successful in approximately 85-90% of patients with tennis elbow. When it is not, surgery may be indicated.

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