3 Easy Tips to Manage Recurrent Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a condition that causes pain on the outer part of the elbow, often radiating down into the forearm and fingers. For busy executive mums, who spend hours typing, writing, or juggling work and household tasks, this condition can disrupt both professional and personal life. But does tennis elbow ever truly go away? Lets discuss more in this blog and understand how to manage its recurrence effectively.

Tennis elbow is a repetitive strain injury caused by overuse of the forearm muscles and tendons, which attach to the outer part of the elbow. While it is commonly associated with athletes, it is prevalent among those who engage in repetitive activities such as typing, lifting, or even hobbies like baking or gardening. The condition can cause significant discomfort, making simple daily activities challenging. Watch this video to learn more about Tennis Elbow: Causes and Symptoms:


But does Tennis Elbow ever go away? Many people find relief from tennis elbow with proper treatment, such as rest, exercises, braces, or other non-invasive interventions. However, tennis elbow can be recurrent, especially if the root causes like repetitive movements or poor posture aren’t addressed. For executive mums, who often lack the luxury of extended rest, understanding the triggers and preventive strategies is key.

Here are some tips to prevent recurrence of Tennis Elbow
Take Frequent Breaks: If your work involves repetitive tasks like typing or using a mouse, set reminders to take short breaks every 15–20 minutes. Stretch your forearm and wrist during these intervals to relieve muscle tension and prevent strain buildup.

Incorporate Daily Stretching Exercises: Gentle stretching exercises for the forearm can maintain flexibility and prevent stiffness. These exercises take under a minute and can easily be added to your daily routine.

Revisit What Worked Before: Reflect on what provided relief during your first bout with tennis elbow. Whether it was using a cold pack, wearing a brace, or improving your workstation ergonomics, these strategies can help prevent or manage recurrence.  This is the cold pack and the brace and sleeve that I use and recommend. 

HERE is a free checklist on Desk ergonomics: Set Up Your Workspace for Tennis Elbow Relief’ It has tips on simple adjustments to your workspace can help relieve and even prevent Tennis Elbow symptoms.
 
While tennis elbow can go away with proper treatment, it may return if repetitive activities and contributing factors aren’t managed. As an executive mum, staying proactive by incorporating breaks, stretching, and ergonomic adjustments can make all the difference. If you start noticing early symptoms, act quickly by revisiting strategies that worked for you in the past. Remember, with consistent care, tennis elbow doesn’t have to hold you back from living a pain-free, productive life.

Get the course on "Simple Solutions to Manage your Tennis Elbow" HEREIn this course you can learn effective, easy-to-implement techniques to manage and reduce tennis elbow pain so you can move more comfortably, strengthen your arm, prevent flare ups, achieve long term relief and much more. 

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I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach & Certified Posture Expert

I help mums of young kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage back, neck, and nerve pain, even with low energy, brain fog, and little time to spare. My proven system delivers real relief without stealing hours from your already packed day. The result? More productive professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can be fully present with their kids, instead of being sidelined by pain.



My passion comes from personal experience. I’ve been where you are: in pain, overwhelmed, and exhausted. After two pregnancies in three years, juggling my kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was stuck in a constant cycle of back and nerve pain. The physical load of motherhood added strain to my spine and joints. Meanwhile, adrenal fatigue left me drained, even after 10–12 hours of sleep.

Everyday tasks became a struggle. I was forgetful, foggy, and low on energy. Even as a trained physiotherapist and posture expert, I couldn’t escape my own pain. I stood all day at work, spent evenings on the laptop, rocked my kids to sleep, sat through endless meetings, traveled frequently ... I’ve been through it all.

I kept my pain hidden at work, afraid to speak up. I felt like a fraud, someone who coached others on relief strategies but couldn’t find relief herself. I loved my job and my children, but I couldn’t give 100% to either. Pain was holding me back.

One New Year, I made a resolution: to get healthy, not just fix pain, fatigue, or weight. I focused on reducing inflammation, healing my adrenal fatigue, and reclaiming my energy. Slowly but surely, the pain faded. I lost weight, my brain fog cleared, and my energy skyrocketed. Today, my pain is nearly gone. I feel stronger, clearer, and more in control than I have in years.
And now, I want that for you.

I combine professional expertise with lived experience to support other mums like me, those with young kids, high-stress jobs, and no time for complicated health programs. I’ve helped hundreds of women reduce spinal and joint pain, lift their energy, and clear the mental fog that holds them back.

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. I got you, mommy!

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