Condition Pain Condition Benchmarked

Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

Pain at the lateral epicondyle from overuse of wrist extensors, particularly ECRB. Assessment covers wrist extensor loading tolerance, grip strength, radial head mobility, and cervical screening for referred pain.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
3
Risk Factors
4
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Cervical Flexion Extension
2 Cervical Lateral Flexion
3 Shoulder Internal Rotation
4 Thoracic Extension
5 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
6 Cervical Axial Rotation

Risk Factors Assessed

Cervical Flexion Extension
Shoulder Internal Rotation
Shoulder Horizontal Abduction

Expected Timeline

6-12 weeks for mild, 12-24 weeks for chronic tendinopathy, Tyler twist protocol 12+ weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

Can lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) be corrected with exercise?
Typical improvement timeline is 6-12 weeks for mild, 12-24 weeks for chronic tendinopathy, Tyler twist protocol 12+ weeks. The protocol includes 4 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral.
What assessments are done for lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)?
The protocol assesses Cervical Flexion Extension, Cervical Lateral Flexion, Shoulder Internal Rotation, Thoracic Extension. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Pain Condition
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
4
Timeline
6-12 weeks for mild, 12-24 weeks for chronic tendinopathy, Tyler twist protocol 12+ weeks
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