Stop Icing It: The Real Fix for Tennis Elbow (a.k.a. Pickleball Elbow)

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) tackles “tennis elbow” (lateral elbow tendinopathy) through a real CrossFit/pickleball case—what it is, why rest/ice/sleeves feel good but don’t fix it, and how tendons actually get better with the right mechanical loading. She breaks down the overflowing-cup model (calm symptoms, then build capacity), pain guardrails (≤ 3–4/10 with a 24–48 hr check), and a simple progression from isometric wrist holds to eccentrics, carries, pressing, and a staged return to rowing, kipping, and pickleball. You’ll learn where dry needling fits (a window, not the solution), realistic timelines (weeks to feel better; months to remodel), and how to modify training so you can keep lifting and playing without flares.Want real, no-BS advice on health, training, and living pain-free? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, insights, and tips that help you stay active for life: Join here.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, your guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world full of confusing and overwhelming health advice, we cut through the noise with real, evidence-based conversations. Each week, I connect with athletes, coaches, healthcare pros, and community leaders who share what health truly means to them — and how you can stay active and strong for life.@healthycharleston | @made2moveptDon’t spend another day in pain! Request an appointment at https://www.made2movept.com/contact