New exercise approach may ease tennis elbow pain better than standard therapy
NCT ID NCT07627932
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested three treatments for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) in 27 adults over 6 weeks: blood flow restriction exercise with light weights, eccentric exercise with heavier weights, or wearing a wrist brace alone. The goal was to see which approach best reduces pain and improves hand function. Researchers measured pain, grip strength, and upper limb function before and after treatment.
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Active substance
blood flow restriction exercise, eccentric exercise, and orthosis
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that blood flow restriction exercise is a more effective way to reduce pain and improve hand function in people with tennis elbow compared to standard exercises or a brace alone.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 27 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The study did not test long-term outcomes, and the benefits might not be lasting.
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Locations
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Dokuz Eylül University
Izmir, 3500, Turkey (Türkiye)