Musculoskeletal Condition · Glastonbury, CT

Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

Non-surgical treatment perspective from Dr. Paul Tortland, including which orthobiologic and injection options may apply.

Written and clinically reviewed by

Paul D. Tortland, DO, FAOASM

Board certified in Sports Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Family Practice · Registered in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (RMSK) · the first physician in the world certified in regenerative medicine by the American Academy and Board of Regenerative Medicine · performing these procedures since 2007. Full credentials

Last clinically reviewed

August 2026

Condition

Overview

A common overuse tendon injury at the outer elbow, often from repetitive gripping or wrist extension, that can cause pain with lifting, gripping, or shaking hands. Most cases improve with activity modification and targeted rehabilitation, with PRP considered for persistent symptoms.

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Dr. Tortland can review your imaging and history to recommend the most appropriate non-surgical path forward.

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Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

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