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Effect of elbow carrying angle on lateral epicondylitis development
1Aksaray Training and Research Hospital, Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Aksaray, Turkey.
Medicine
|October 31, 2023
Summary
A reduced elbow carrying angle, known as cubitus varus, may contribute to the development of lateral epicondylitis, a common elbow injury. This study found a significantly lower average carrying angle in patients with lateral epicondylitis compared to controls.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Anatomy
Background:
- Lateral epicondylitis is a prevalent elbow joint injury.
- Elbow anatomy, including the carrying angle, is a potential risk factor.
- Understanding anatomical variations can aid in predicting injury development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between elbow carrying angle and lateral epicondylitis.
- To determine if sex differences influence this association.
- To identify anatomical factors contributing to lateral epicondylitis.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of elbow radiographs from 211 patients with lateral epicondylitis and 113 controls.
- Evaluation of age, sex, side, and elbow carrying angles.
- Radiographs were taken between January 2021 and January 2022.
Main Results:
- No significant differences were found in sex, side, or age between groups.
- The mean elbow carrying angle was significantly lower in the lateral epicondylitis group (13.8° ± 3.7) compared to the control group (15.9° ± 3.6).
- A decreased elbow carrying angle (cubitus varus) was associated with lateral epicondylitis.
Conclusions:
- A reduced elbow carrying angle may be a risk factor for developing lateral epicondylitis.
- Cubitus varus is a potential contributing factor to this common elbow condition.
- Further research into elbow anatomy and injury prevention is warranted.
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