Management of lateral epicondylitis

Arthroscopic Management of Lateral Epicondylitis

Lateral epicondylitis (LE) occurs in 1% to 3% of the general population, and most commonly affects the dominant extremity [3] of adults aged 35 to 50 years old [4]. LE reportedly occurs equally in males and females, [3,5] although one study found males are four to five times more likely to develop LE compared to females [6]. The condition is usually self-limited, [7,8] although some articles re...

Management of lateral epicondylitis: current concepts.

Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is a common cause of elbow pain in the general population. Traditionally, lateral epicondylitis has been attributed to degeneration of the extensor carpi radialis brevis origin, although the underlying collateral ligamentous complex and joint capsule also have been implicated. Nonsurgical treatment, the mainstay of management, involves a myriad of options...

Lateral epicondylitis.

Treatment of lateral epicondylitis.

Lateral epicondylitis associated with cumulative trauma as seen in the clinical setting has usually involved long-term care with fair results. This paper describes the structured treatment program for lateral epicondylitis developed at the Michigan Hand Rehabilitation Center in Warren, Michigan. Results of the program, as reflected in five cases, have been a decrease in treatment time and a hig...

Treatment of lateral epicondylitis.

Lateral epicondylitis is a common overuse syndrome of the extensor tendons of the forearm. It is sometimes called tennis elbow, although it can occur with many activities. The condition affects men and women equally and is more common in persons 40 years or older. Despite the prevalence of lateral epicondylitis and the numerous treatment strategies available, relatively few high-quality clinica...