Day theatre procedure
About this service
Tennis elbow surgery in Windhoek releases the tendon at the outer elbow to relieve chronic tennis elbow pain, medically known as lateral epicondylitis. It is generally considered when rest, physiotherapy, bracing or injections have not resolved persistent pain over several months, and everyday activities such as gripping or lifting remain difficult.
By releasing tension in the affected tendon, the procedure aims to reduce pain and improve elbow function. Eastgate Clinic performs tennis elbow surgery as day surgery in our on-site theatre for patients whose symptoms have not settled with other treatment.
What to expect
- An examination of the outer elbow and a review of the treatments you have already tried
- The damaged tendon attachment at the outer elbow is released in our on-site day theatre
- You go home the same day once the anaesthetist is happy with your recovery
- Some swelling and soreness around the elbow is normal after surgery
- A gradual return to gripping and lifting activities is guided by your doctor
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- Persistent pain on the outer side of the elbow
- Pain when gripping, lifting or twisting the wrist
- Tennis elbow that has not improved with physiotherapy or bracing
- Elbow pain continuing despite injections or rest
- Difficulty with everyday tasks due to chronic elbow pain
Frequently asked questions
Does tennis elbow surgery work if injections have not helped?
Surgery is aimed at exactly that group: people whose outer-elbow pain persists after rest, bracing, physiotherapy and injections. It releases the damaged tendon attachment, and many people find gripping easier over the following months, though your doctor cannot promise a specific result.
What kind of anaesthetic is used for tennis elbow surgery?
That depends on your case and is decided with the anaesthetist in our on-site day theatre, where you are looked after for the whole procedure. Either way you should not feel the operation, and you go home the same day.
How long before I can grip and lift again after tennis elbow surgery?
Expect the elbow to be sore and swollen at first, with light use of the hand allowed early on. Heavier gripping, lifting and racquet sports are reintroduced gradually, and your doctor will check progress at follow-up and adjust the plan.
For referring doctors
This procedure can be booked in Eastgate Clinic's day theatre in Windhoek, with anaesthetist and theatre staff provided. Contact us to arrange theatre time for your patient.
Day theatre information for doctorsReady to book your tennis elbow surgery?
Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.