Tennis Elbow

In this condition there is trauma in the common extensor tendon (origin). The most common tendon is extensor carpi-radialis brevis. This condition occurs after unaccustomed supination and extension of wrist joint.

Presentation:

Usually there is pain on lateral epicondyle and on the extensor surface of the forearm.

Management:

1.       Analgesics

2.       Corticosteroid injection

3.       Tennis elbow splint/Physiotherapy

4.       Rarely surgery is indication (tendon repair is done)

Posted in: Surgery; Upper Limb and Pectoral Girdle