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Tennis elbow.

¹Department of Family Practice, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine-Tulsa.

Postgraduate Medicine

|October 1, 1989

Summary

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is elbow pain from overuse, often seen in athletes and workers. Treatment involves rest, ice, anti-inflammatory drugs, and sometimes surgery for persistent cases.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Occupational Health

Background:

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a prevalent condition affecting the elbow joint.
It stems from repetitive strain during athletic or occupational activities, leading to forearm extensor muscle tendinitis.

Observation:

Diagnosis relies on characteristic symptoms like lateral elbow pain during gripping and twisting motions.
Tenderness at the lateral forearm, aggravated by specific stress tests, is a key clinical sign.

Findings:

The condition involves inflammation or degeneration of the forearm extensor muscle origins.
Pain is exacerbated by activities requiring wrist extension and forearm supination.

Implications:

Effective management requires a multimodal approach, including conservative measures and potentially surgical intervention.
Early diagnosis and comprehensive treatment are crucial for managing tennis elbow and preventing chronic pain.