08/18/2025
Having trouble with a stubborn pain in joints? Stevenāa client of ours and avid golferādid.
Despite being in shape and trying a number of treatments from other physical therapists, he just couldnāt seem to get past his ātennis elbowā or elbow tendonitis.
Why?
Well, it wasn't tendonitis at all. Tendonitis (inflammation of the tendons) is often mistaken for TENDINOSIS ā a chronic degeneration of the tendon fibers. This happens due to repetitive stress, overload, or poor movement patterns.
The fix sounds counter-intuitive ā especially when something hurts. The real solution is:
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Gradually exposing the tendon to controlled stress (eccentrics, isometrics, and progressive loading).
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Correcting movement patterns, strength deficits, and mobility limitations that contribute to the problem.
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Providing the tendon with the proper stimulus to heal and remodel ā and often, that stimulus is HEAVY LOAD applied in a focused, systematic way.
The answer ISN'T shutting things down ā itās targeted, progressive loading.
Thatās exactly what we did with Steven. Today, Steven is pain-free, back to lifting and swinging strong.
If youāre stuck in the rest-reinjure cycle, DM us to break the cycle for good.