Tennis
Tennis (Medicine)
Tennis (pronunciation: /ˈtɛnɪs/) is a sport that has several medical implications and related terms. It is derived from the Old French word 'tenez', which means 'hold' or 'receive'.
Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow (pronunciation: /ˈtɛnɪs ˈɛlboʊ/), also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition where the outer part of the elbow becomes painful and tender. It is a common injury that can occur as a result of playing tennis or other racquet sports, though it can also occur from other activities.
Tennis Leg
Tennis Leg (pronunciation: /ˈtɛnɪs lɛg/) is a condition characterized by a partial tear in the calf muscle. It is often associated with tennis and other sports that require quick starts and stops.
Tennis Toe
Tennis Toe (pronunciation: /ˈtɛnɪs toʊ/) is a condition caused by repeated jamming of the toe or continuous pushing-off motion. It is common in sports like tennis where there is a lot of forward movement and quick stops.
Tennis Shoulder
Tennis Shoulder (pronunciation: /ˈtɛnɪs ˈʃoʊldər/) is a term used to describe a range of shoulder injuries that can occur as a result of playing tennis. These can include rotator cuff injuries, shoulder impingement, and shoulder instability.
Related Terms
- Sports Medicine (pronunciation: /spɔːrts ˈmɛdɪsɪn/) is a branch of medicine that deals with physical fitness and the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports and exercise.
- Physiotherapy (pronunciation: /ˌfɪzioʊˈθɛrəpi/) is a healthcare profession that assesses, diagnoses, treats, and works to prevent disease and disability through physical means.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tennis
- Wikipedia's article - Tennis
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