Lateral and medial epicondylitis (tennis and golfer's arm) and overuse complaints in musicians require a sensitive, protocolized approach. We combine Cyriax frictions, prolotherapy (Dordrecht, on Thursdays also Rotterdam) and posture/technique advice. Special musician consultation hours by appointment.
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Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) are classic tendon attachment problems — and not just for athletes. Office workers, musicians and people with repetitive actions experience the same complaints.
Musician consultation hours
We have special consultation hours for musicians — string players, wind players, pianists. Their injuries are different from those of athletes: often overload in the neck, shoulder, elbow and wrist due to thousands of hours of practice. We understand the instrument and adapt our treatment accordingly.
Treatment options
For persistent tennis elbow, PRP injection often works where physiotherapy alone is not enough. Prolotherapy is the gold standard for chronic tendon attachment complaints.
Your recovery journey
Each process is tailor-made, but this is what a typical course looks like — from first intake to pain-free. You are not committed to anything and you always know where you stand.
Cyriax diagnosis
Selective resistance tests determine exactly which tendon attachment is affected. Professional analysis: tennis grip, instrument technique, screen posture.
Deep transverse frictions
Cyriax frictions on the exact affected area (intensive but effective). 2x per week. Eccentric exercises at home. Tennis arm band optional.
Technique & gradual loading
Specific musician consultation or tennis technique correction. For chronic complaints: prolotherapy (Dordrecht, on Thursday also Rotterdam). Building strength forearm.
Full return
Playing or making music at full level, often with adapted technique. Relapse prevention via warm-up routine.
How the investigation is going
We don't just look at the elbow. Because the nerves to the arm and hand start in the neck, we also examine the mobility of the neck and shoulder, with tests that show whether a nerve in the neck is involved. You will always hear what we are researching and why.
Where you are treated
Research and chiropractic care take place in our practice in Rotterdam. The doctors at our practice perform injections: PRP in Dordrecht, prolotherapy in Dordrecht and on Thursdays also in Rotterdam. If treatment in Dordrecht is better suited to your complaint, we will discuss this with you.
Frequently asked questions
How long does tennis elbow last?
Untreated often 12-24 months; with treatment 6-12 weeks.
Does a tennis arm band help?
Temporary pain relief, not a solution. Better targeted training.
Should I stop playing/making music?
Adapt, don't stop — stopping completely weakens recovery.
Does PRP work for tennis elbow?
The doctors in our practice will discuss with you in Dordrecht whether PRP is useful for you after examination.
Specific musician consultation hours?
Yes. We also look at how you play and what posture and movements your instrument requires of you.
