That moment when you lift a carton of milk or turn a door handle, and the pain shoots through your elbow. That is often the first sign. Even if you try to ignore it.
Do you feel your elbow with every cup of coffee, every handshake and every mouse click?
There is another approach to tennis elbow: IPRA123, in Amsterdam and Nijmegen.
I'm Zohar, an acupuncturist with 28 years of experience. I treat you one-on-one and give you the time you need. No empty promises - but a real chance of noticeable improvement, based on clinical experience.
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Does this sound familiar?
- Opening a bottle, carrying a bag or shaking hands hurts on the outside of your elbow.
- After a day with mouse and keyboard, your forearm feels tired and stiff.
- Tennis, padel or jobs around the house keep getting put off "until it gets better".
- You tried rest, a brace, physio or exercises - and nothing helped, or only for a very short time.
- And somewhere a question keeps coming back: will this ever go away by itself?
In my practice, I take the time to understand how your arm behaves in daily life, and to look with you at what's still possible.
How it works, and what to expect at your first appointment
IPRA123 for tennis elbow
For tennis elbow, I usually start with IPRA123. It works on the superficial fascia: the thin layer of connective tissue between skin and muscle. A different point of entry than working directly on the deeper muscles. I often also use kinesio tape, an elastic tape on the skin.
For people who have tried a lot already
Many people come to me after physiotherapy, exercises or classical Chinese acupuncture didn't give lasting change. IPRA123 approaches tennis elbow in a different way.
Classical acupuncture as a complement
I use classical acupuncture as a complement for tension, stress, sleep and other complaints. Often it's the combination that works best.
Your first appointment
We'll talk briefly about your complaint. I'll check which movements hurt, for example squeezing or lifting. The first appointment includes the first treatment. You don't need to know anything about acupuncture beforehand. No rush, just one-on-one attention.
At the end you get a clear answer from me: whether I think I can help you, or not.
What you can expect (IPRA123)
Here's what the process often looks like in practice.
First treatment
Patients often describe that, already after the first treatment, moving feels easier and their range of motion is greater. This is not a promise.
Through treatment 3
By that point, we're looking for clear relief during the week. If there's no noticeable improvement, we stop the series. We don't ask you to complete six or nine treatments only to hear afterward that it didn't work.
Usually around six
In most cases, about six treatments are enough. Sometimes maintenance treatments are needed after that - everyone responds differently.
What does it cost?
The current rates and treatment duration are listed in the online booking overview for the location you choose. You'll see exactly what an appointment costs before booking.
Supplementary insurance may (partially) reimburse the treatment, since treatments are given by a Zhong-registered therapist. How much you get back depends on your policy. Terms are adjusted every year, so check with your own insurer. An appointment cancelled less than 72 hours in advance may be charged.
Two locations: Amsterdam and Nijmegen
De Zijderoute Amsterdam
Schaepmanstraat 104
1051 JG AmsterdamDe Zijderoute Nijmegen
Gerard Noodtstraat 119
6511 ST Nijmegen
Frequently asked questions
- I've been carrying this for years. Is it even worth talking about?
- Yes. The fact that something has lasted a long time doesn't mean nothing can be done about it. In the intake, we look together at what's still possible.
- I'm afraid of needles.
- I understand. Most people who were afraid tell me afterward that the treatment felt much gentler than they expected. These needles are much thinner than what you're used to.
- Acupuncture or IPRA123?
- For tennis elbow, I usually start with IPRA123. I use classical acupuncture as a complement for tension and other complaints. Often the combination works best. In the intake, I choose what your body needs that day.
- I don't play tennis at all. Can I still have tennis elbow?
- The name says little. Many people with this complaint don't play tennis. The pain often comes from lifting, squeezing or a lot of mouse and keyboard work. Your GP can tell you whether it is tennis elbow.
- I have golfer's elbow, on the inside of my elbow. Can you look at that too?
- Yes. Golfer's elbow sits on the inside of the elbow, tennis elbow on the outside. The approach is similar: in the intake I look at how your arm moves and whether I think I can help you. Your GP can tell you whether it is golfer's elbow.
Want to know what's possible for your elbow?
Choose the location that suits you best, or send a question via WhatsApp first. The first appointment includes the first treatment. You'll get an honest answer - even if another path suits you better.
Prefer to call or email? 06-36303955 (+31 6 36303955) · stegzohar@gmail.com