Repetitive Strain Injuries such as lateral epicondylitis or tennis elbow can become chronic (long lasting) if the condition is not treated properly soon after onset.

Proper treatment protocol is to reduce swelling, temporarily avoid the movements that caused the pain to develop, and apply bracing or athletic taping for support and/or to assist in swelling reduction.

Myofascial therapy using specially-designed edged instruments can be helpful in treating and rehabilitating repetitive strain injuries. These instruments physically push out excess swelling and break apart scar tissue adhesions (also called fibrosis) that tend to develop during the course of healing. Hardened scar tissue can make the tendon vulnerable to re-injury since it is weaker than normal tissue.

The technique is easy to learn and self-apply.

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Other recommended resources::

Center for Disease Control and Prevention - Obesity
Center for Disease Control and Prevention - Prescription Pain Killer Overdoses
University of California Berkeley Wellness Letter