Tennis elbow supports work by applying compression around the forearm, just below the elbow. It is an overuse injury causing inflammation, or more likely degeneration of the attachment of the extensor muscles on the outside of the elbow. It is also known as lateral epicondylitis or extensor tendinopathy. Tennis elbow is the common name people use to describe chronic pain on the outside of the elbow. This means they have met strict criteria, been thoroughly tested, with evidence based research to prove they are safe and effective. This means the are registered with the Medical & Healthcare products Regulation Agency (MHRA). Class 1 medical devicesĪll Ultimate Performance knee supports are classified as Class 1 Medical Devices.
But which one is the best elbow support for you? Here we explain the different types of elbow supports for different types of injury. There are a number of different types of elbow supports and braces.
