Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
At our Raynham, MA clinic
Lateral and medial elbow tendinopathy — shockwave and PRP alternatives to surgery.
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) are tendon-degeneration conditions — not inflammation, despite the names. Cortisone typically helps briefly, then fails. Shockwave and PRP actually change the tendon's tissue quality, which is why they outperform cortisone at the 6–12 month mark in published research.
Understanding tennis elbow
Overuse at the outer elbow, not just a tennis injury.
Tennis elbow — lateral epicondylitis — is an irritation of the common extensor tendon where it attaches to the outer elbow. Repetitive gripping, typing, tool use, or racquet sports overload the tendon fibers, causing micro-tears and chronic inflammation. The result is a stubborn ache on the outside of the elbow that worsens with lifting, twisting, or even holding a coffee cup. At Regenerative Medicine of Raynham, we evaluate the tendon, the surrounding elbow mechanics, and any upstream contributors so treatment can target the tissue driving the pain rather than masking symptoms with medication alone.
Quick summary
What you'll learn
- Why 'tendinitis' is misleading — most cases are tendinopathy
- How shockwave and PRP outperform cortisone long-term
- The role of proper loading rehab
- Timelines and expectations
If this sounds like you
The daily struggles patients with tennis & golfer's elbow tell us about.
Symptoms we see
- Pain over the outer (tennis) or inner (golfer's) elbow
- Pain gripping, lifting, or twisting
- Weakness in wrist and grip
- Tenderness to touch on the epicondyle
What may be causing it
- Chronic tendon overload (racquet sports, trades, keyboarding)
- Sudden increase in gripping or lifting
- Prior cortisone injections weakening tendon quality
- Cervical or shoulder mechanics driving elbow overload
How we approach it
A plan tailored to your case.
- 1
Detailed elbow, wrist, and shoulder exam
- 2
Shockwave therapy for the tendon
- 3
PRP for stubborn cases
- 4
Eccentric loading rehab
Candidacy
Who may be a candidate
- Chronic lateral or medial epicondylitis (>3 months)
- Failed conservative care
- Prior cortisone with poor durability
Therapies we may recommend
Advanced, state-of-the-art therapies for lasting relief.
Shockwave Therapy
Acoustic-wave therapy that stimulates healing in chronic tendons and soft tissue.
ExplorePRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Concentrated platelets and growth factors to support tendon, ligament, and joint healing.
ExploreLaser Therapy
Class IV photobiomodulation to reduce pain and accelerate tissue healing.
ExplorePEMF Therapy
Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy to support cellular repair and reduce pain.
ExploreCondition-specific answers
Questions about tennis & golfer's elbow
Answers to what patients most often ask about tennis & golfer's elbow and how we approach it. Don't see yours? Call us — we're happy to talk it through.
Honest answers
Common questions about regenerative medicine
The broader questions patients ask before scheduling — efficacy, safety, candidacy, longevity, and cost. Answered openly.
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Read our full honest answer — including why most doctors don't offer it, how it compares to surgery and cortisone, and why patients choose us.
Serving southeastern Massachusetts
Nearby towns we serve for tennis & golfer's elbow.
Patients travel to our Raynham office from across Bristol, Plymouth, and Norfolk counties. Get directions and local details for your town below.
Raynham, MA
0–5 min from our Raynham office via South Street West / Route 138
Taunton, MA
10–15 min from our Raynham office via Route 138 north or Route 44 west
Bridgewater, MA
10–15 min from our Raynham office via Route 104 east / Route 24
Middleborough, MA
15–25 min from our Raynham office via Route 44 west or Route 105 to Route 44
Easton, MA
15–20 min from our Raynham office via Route 138 north or Route 106
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