Study Comparing the Think in Nerve Length and Layers TINLL Treatment to Traditional Therapy for Adults With Lateral Elbow Pain

What this Trial Is About

Lateral elbow pain, often referred to as lateral elbow tendinopathy or tennis elbow, can greatly limit daily activities. This research compares two treatment approaches to see which might better help people with this condition. The study involves adults referred for lateral elbow pain and evaluates if the Think in Nerve Length and Layers TINLL method is more effective than traditional therapy techniques. Participants are assigned to one of two groups based on their previous treatments a traditional treatment group or a TINLL group. The traditional group receives weekly treatments for 4 to 6 weeks, including wrist extensor stretching and strengthening, soft tissue work, joint mobilization, taping, ergonomic advice, electrical nerve stimulation, and wrist splinting. The TINLL group has treatments every 1 to 2 weeks over 4 to 6 weeks, focusing on joint and tendon mobilization, elastic taping of muscles and nerves, stretching and strengthening of elbow and upper arm muscles, and ergonomic strategies. After one month, participants may choose to switch groups if they wish. Participants undergo assessments before treatment, at 2 weeks, 4 weeks, and at the end of treatment. These include pain rating scales, grip strength tests, pinch strength tests, and functional surveys common for elbow pain. Six months after treatment, follow-up calls assess pain, function, and use of taping or home exercises. The study monitors changes over time to understand how each treatment impacts pain and function in lateral elbow tendinopathy.

Comparing the Effectiveness of the 'Think in Nerve Length and Layers' (TINLL) Approach to Traditional Treatment for Patients With Lateral Elbow Pain.