You don't have to play tennis to get this, but the term came into use because it can be a significant problem for some tennis players. Your doctor may call this condition lateral epicondylitis.
Overuse injury can also affect the back or posterior part of the elbow as well.
Pain slowly increasing around the outside of the elbow. Less often, pain may develop suddenly. Pain is worse when shaking hands or squeezing objects. Pain is made worse by stabilizing or moving the wrist with force. Examples include lifting, using tools, or even handling simple utensils such as a toothbrush or knife and fork.