- 1). Stop participating in the activity that is causing tennis elbow for several weeks, in order to give your arm proper rest. Ice your elbow two or three times each day, and take an anti-inflammatory medicine, such as aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen. Read the drug manufacturer's label to determine your dosage.
- 2). Wear a brace centered over the back of your forearm, to reduce pain and rest the muscles and tendons.
- 3). Place a rubber band around all five fingertips of the arm with tennis elbow. Spread your fingers 25 times, and repeat the exercise three times. If you need more resistance, add a second rubber band, or use a thicker one.
- 4). Hold a rubber ball or tennis ball in the palm of your hand. Squeeze the ball 25 times, and repeat the exercise three times. If you have more pain using a ball, you can use a sponge or piece of foam instead.
- 5). Massage the sore area of your elbow with an ice cube for five minutes, after exercising.